Persons in Columbia with HIV/AIDS may find themselves in need of substance abuse treatment. It is crucial that the alcohol and drug rehab facility of choice is one which recognizes the challenges involved in helping clients afflicted by these ailments so that having HIV/AIDS is not a barrier to their rehab. Once any physical hurdles have been overcome, as is common with alcohol or drug addicted persons who have not taken care of themselves, individuals with HIV/AIDS in treatment will address all of the psychological and emotional problems involved in their drug addiction. The ultimate prize will be someone who can take care of themselves physically and in life, and possibly add quite a few years to their life.