Persons in Joseph with HIV/AIDS may find themselves in need of substance abuse rehabilitation. It is important that the drug and alcohol rehab program of choice is an option that understands the challenges involved in treating clients afflicted by these ailments so that having HIV/AIDS is not a barrier to their rehab. As soon as any physical hurdles have been conquered, as is often the case with alcohol or drug addicted individuals who have not taken care of their health, clients with HIV/AIDS in rehabilitation will be able to overcome the mental and emotional troubles involved in their drug or alcohol addiction. The ultimate prize will be an individual who can properly care for themselves physically and in life, and possibly add many years to their lives.