Persons in Thayer, Kansas with HIV/AIDS may find that they are in need of alcohol and drug abuse rehabilitation. It is essential that the drug and alcohol rehabilitation facility of choice is one that understands the challenges involved in helping clientele stricken with these illnesses so that having HIV/AIDS is not a barrier to their rehab. Once any physical challenges have been conquered, as is often the case with addicted individuals who have not taken care of their health, clients with HIV/AIDS in treatment will address all of the psychological and emotional troubles involved in their addiction. The end result will be an individual who can take care of themselves both body and mind, and possibly add several years to their lives.