Individuals in Kake, Alaska with HIV/AIDS may find that they are in need of drug and alcohol abuse rehab. It is crucial that the alcohol and drug rehabilitation facility of choice is one that understands the challenges involved in assisting clients stricken with these illnesses so that having HIV/AIDS is not a barrier to their rehabilitation. Once any physical challenges have been overcome, as is common with alcohol or drug addicted individuals who have not properly cared for their health, persons with HIV/AIDS in treatment will be able to overcome the mental and emotional issues concerning their drug addiction. The end result will be someone who can take care of themselves both body and mind, and possibly add many years to their life.