Individuals in Puryear with HIV/AIDS may possibly find that they are in need of substance abuse treatment. It is important that the drug and alcohol rehabilitation center of choice is an option which recognizes the challenges involved in assisting clients affected by these ailments so that having HIV/AIDS does not get in the way of their rehab. Once any physical hurdles have been conquered, as is often the case with alcohol or drug addicted persons who have not taken care of themselves, persons with HIV/AIDS in rehab will address all of the mental and emotional problems involved in their drug or alcohol addiction. The end result will be an individual who can properly care for themselves physically and in life, and possibly add quite a few years to their life.