Individuals in Dresden, Ohio with HIV/AIDS may find that they are in need of substance abuse treatment. It is essential that the drug and alcohol rehabilitation facility of choice is one which recognizes the challenges involved in helping clientele affected by these diseases so that having HIV/AIDS does not get in the way of their rehabilitation. Once any physical challenges have been overcome, as is often the case with addicted persons who have not properly cared for their health, persons with HIV/AIDS in treatment will be able to overcome the psychological and emotional problems concerning their addiction. The ultimate prize will be an individual who can take care of themselves physically and in life, and possibly add quite a few years to their life.