Persons in Houston with HIV/AIDS might find themselves in need of drug and alcohol abuse treatment. It is important that the drug and alcohol rehabilitation program of choice is one which recognizes the difficulties involved in assisting clients afflicted by these illnesses so that having HIV/AIDS is not a barrier to their rehabilitation. Once any physical hurdles have been conquered, as is common with addicted persons who have not taken care of themselves, clients with HIV/AIDS in rehabilitation will address all of the psychological and emotional troubles involved in their drug or alcohol addiction. The ultimate prize will be an individual who can properly care for themselves both body and mind, and quite possibly add several years to their life.