Persons in Dunkirk, NY. with HIV/AIDS may possibly find themselves in need of drug and alcohol abuse rehab. It is essential that the drug and alcohol treatment facility of choice is one which recognizes the challenges involved in treating clients affected by these ailments so that having HIV/AIDS is not a barrier to their rehabilitation. Once any physical obstacles have been overcome, as is common with alcohol or drug addicted individuals who have not taken care of their health, individuals with HIV/AIDS in treatment will address all of the mental and emotional issues involved in their addiction. The ultimate prize will be someone who can take care of themselves physically and in life, and possibly add several years to their lives.