Persons in La Push, WA. with HIV/AIDS might find that they are in need of substance abuse treatment. It is essential that the drug and alcohol rehabilitation facility of choice is one which recognizes the challenges involved in treating clients stricken with these illnesses so that having HIV/AIDS is not a barrier to their rehabilitation. As soon as any physical challenges have been overcome, as is often the case with addicted individuals who have not properly cared for themselves, persons with HIV/AIDS in treatment will be able to overcome the psychological and emotional troubles concerning their drug or alcohol addiction. The end result will be someone who can properly care for themselves physically and in life, and perhaps add several years to their lives.