Persons in Childress, Texas with HIV/AIDS might find themselves in need of substance abuse rehabilitation. It is essential that the alcohol and drug rehabilitation program of choice is one that understands the difficulties involved in helping clients afflicted by these diseases so that having HIV/AIDS does not get in the way of their rehabilitation. Once any physical obstacles have been overcome, as is often the case with drug or alcohol addicted individuals who have not properly cared for their health, clients with HIV/AIDS in rehabilitation will be able to overcome the psychological and emotional problems involved in their addiction. The ultimate prize will be someone who can take care of themselves both body and mind, and quite possibly add many years to their life.