Individuals in Petersburg with HIV/AIDS may find that they are in need of alcohol and drug abuse treatment. It is crucial that the drug rehab facility of choice is an option which recognizes the difficulties involved in assisting clients afflicted by these ailments so that having HIV/AIDS is not a barrier to their rehab. As soon as any physical challenges have been overcome, as is common with alcohol or drug addicted individuals who have not properly cared for themselves, clients with HIV/AIDS in rehabilitation will be able to overcome the psychological and emotional issues involved in their drug addiction. The ultimate prize will be someone who can properly care for themselves both body and mind, and perhaps add quite a few years to their life.