Individuals in Boutte, Louisiana with HIV/AIDS might find that they are in need of alcohol and drug abuse treatment. It is important that the drug and alcohol rehab center of choice is one that understands the challenges involved in helping clients affected by these illnesses so that having HIV/AIDS is not a barrier to their rehabilitation. As soon as any physical hurdles have been conquered, as is common with addicted persons who have not taken care of themselves, persons with HIV/AIDS in rehabilitation will address all of the mental and emotional troubles involved in their addiction. The ultimate prize will be an individual who can properly care for themselves physically and in life, and quite possibly add many years to their lives.