Persons in Gustavus, Alaska with HIV/AIDS may find themselves in need of alcohol and drug abuse rehabilitation. It is essential that the drug treatment center of choice is an option that understands the challenges involved in assisting clients afflicted by these diseases so that having HIV/AIDS does not get in the way of their rehabilitation. As soon as any physical challenges have been conquered, as is often the case with drug or alcohol addicted persons who have not taken care of their health, individuals with HIV/AIDS in treatment will address all of the mental and emotional problems involved in their drug addiction. The end result will be an individual who can take care of themselves physically and in life, and perhaps add quite a few years to their lives.