Individuals in Ithaca, New York with HIV/AIDS may find themselves in need of substance abuse treatment. It is important that the drug and alcohol rehab facility of choice is an option that understands the difficulties involved in helping clientele affected by these illnesses so that having HIV/AIDS is not a barrier to their rehab. Once any physical hurdles have been overcome, as is often the case with alcohol or drug addicted persons who have not properly cared for themselves, individuals with HIV/AIDS in rehabilitation will address all of the psychological and emotional issues involved in their drug addiction. The end result will be someone who can properly care for themselves both body and mind, and perhaps add several years to their life.