Individuals in Lake Junaluska, North Carolina with HIV/AIDS may find themselves in need of substance abuse treatment. It is essential that the drug and alcohol treatment program of choice is an option which recognizes the challenges involved in assisting clientele afflicted by these diseases so that having HIV/AIDS is not a barrier to their rehab. Once any physical challenges have been conquered, as is common with addicted persons who have not taken care of their health, individuals with HIV/AIDS in rehab will address all of the psychological and emotional problems involved in their addiction. The ultimate prize will be an individual who can properly care for themselves both body and mind, and quite possibly add many years to their lives.