Individuals in Helendale, California with HIV/AIDS may find themselves in need of alcohol and drug abuse rehabilitation. It is important that the drug and alcohol rehabilitation center of choice is one which recognizes the difficulties involved in treating clients affected by these illnesses 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 drug or alcohol addicted individuals who have not properly cared for themselves, persons with HIV/AIDS in treatment will be able to overcome the mental and emotional issues involved in their addiction. The end result will be an individual who can take care of themselves both body and mind, and possibly add many years to their life.