Individuals in Harlan, IA. with HIV/AIDS might find themselves in need of substance abuse rehabilitation. It is essential that the drug rehabilitation center of choice is an option which recognizes the difficulties involved in treating clientele 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 often the case with drug or alcohol addicted persons who have not taken care of themselves, persons with HIV/AIDS in rehabilitation will be able to overcome the mental and emotional problems involved in their drug or alcohol addiction. The ultimate prize will be an individual who can properly care for themselves physically and in life, and quite possibly add quite a few years to their lives.