Individuals in Scotts Valley, California with HIV/AIDS may find that they are in need of drug and alcohol abuse treatment. It is crucial that the drug and alcohol rehabilitation center of choice is one that understands the challenges involved in helping clients affected by these diseases so that having HIV/AIDS is not a barrier to their rehabilitation. Once any physical obstacles have been overcome, as is common with alcohol or drug addicted persons who have not taken care of their health, clients with HIV/AIDS in rehab will be able to overcome the psychological and emotional troubles concerning their drug addiction. The ultimate prize will be an individual who can properly care for themselves physically and in life, and possibly add many years to their lives.