Persons in Smith River, California with HIV/AIDS may possibly find that they are in need of drug and alcohol abuse treatment. It is essential that the drug and alcohol treatment program of choice is an option which recognizes the challenges involved in assisting clients stricken with these ailments so that having HIV/AIDS is not a barrier to their rehab. Once any physical challenges have been overcome, as is often the case with alcohol or drug addicted persons who have not taken care of themselves, persons with HIV/AIDS in treatment will address all of the psychological and emotional issues involved in their drug addiction. The end result will be someone who can take care of themselves both body and mind, and quite possibly add many years to their lives.