Persons in Richards with HIV/AIDS might find that they are in need of drug and alcohol abuse rehabilitation. It is important that the alcohol and drug treatment facility of choice is an option which recognizes the difficulties involved in assisting clients affected by these ailments so that having HIV/AIDS does not get in the way of their rehabilitation. Once any physical challenges have been overcome, as is often the case with drug or alcohol addicted persons who have not properly cared for themselves, persons with HIV/AIDS in rehabilitation will address all of the mental and emotional problems concerning their drug or alcohol addiction. The ultimate prize will be someone who can properly care for themselves both body and mind, and quite possibly add several years to their life.