Persons in Palermo, California with HIV/AIDS may find themselves in need of drug and alcohol abuse treatment. It is important that the alcohol and drug rehab center of choice is one that understands the difficulties involved in treating clientele afflicted by these diseases so that having HIV/AIDS is not a barrier to their rehab. As soon as any physical challenges have been conquered, as is common with alcohol or drug addicted persons who have not properly cared for themselves, individuals with HIV/AIDS in treatment will address all of the psychological and emotional issues involved in their drug or alcohol addiction. The ultimate prize will be an individual who can take care of themselves both body and mind, and quite possibly add many years to their life.