Persons in Dublin with HIV/AIDS may find that they are in need of drug and alcohol abuse rehabilitation. It is important that the drug rehabilitation program of choice is an option which recognizes the difficulties involved in treating clientele stricken with these diseases so that having HIV/AIDS does not get in the way of their rehab. Once any physical hurdles have been conquered, as is often the case with alcohol or drug addicted individuals who have not taken care of themselves, persons with HIV/AIDS in rehabilitation will address all of the mental and emotional problems concerning their drug or alcohol addiction. The ultimate prize will be an individual who can properly care for themselves both body and mind, and possibly add several years to their lives.