Persons in Marina Del Rey, California with HIV/AIDS may find themselves in need of substance abuse rehabilitation. It is essential that the alcohol and drug rehabilitation center of choice is one that understands the challenges involved in treating clients afflicted by these diseases so that having HIV/AIDS is not a barrier to their rehab. Once any physical hurdles have been overcome, as is often the case with alcohol or drug addicted persons who have not taken care of their health, persons with HIV/AIDS in rehabilitation will address all of the mental and emotional problems concerning their drug addiction. The end result will be someone who can take care of themselves physically and in life, and possibly add several years to their life.