Individuals in Minto, AK. with HIV/AIDS may find that they are in need of substance abuse treatment. It is important that the drug and alcohol rehabilitation facility of choice is an option that understands the difficulties involved in helping clientele stricken with these illnesses so that having HIV/AIDS does not get in the way of their rehab. Once any physical hurdles have been overcome, as is often the case with alcohol or drug addicted individuals who have not taken care of themselves, persons with HIV/AIDS in rehabilitation will be able to overcome the psychological and emotional issues concerning their drug addiction. The ultimate prize will be an individual who can properly care for themselves both body and mind, and quite possibly add quite a few years to their lives.