Persons in Le Mars, Iowa with HIV/AIDS may find themselves in need of alcohol and drug abuse treatment. It is important that the drug rehab program of choice is one that understands the challenges involved in treating clientele afflicted by these diseases so that having HIV/AIDS is not a barrier to their rehab. Once any physical obstacles have been overcome, as is common with drug or alcohol addicted persons who have not taken care of themselves, clients with HIV/AIDS in treatment will address all of the mental and emotional problems involved in their addiction. The ultimate prize will be someone who can properly care for themselves physically and in life, and perhaps add several years to their life.