Individuals in Laporte with HIV/AIDS may find themselves in need of alcohol and drug abuse treatment. It is essential that the drug and alcohol treatment center of choice is an option that understands the challenges involved in helping clients stricken with these illnesses so that having HIV/AIDS does not get in the way of their rehabilitation. Once any physical challenges have been overcome, as is common with alcohol or drug addicted persons who have not taken care of their health, individuals with HIV/AIDS in treatment will address all of the mental and emotional issues involved in their addiction. The ultimate prize will be an individual who can properly care for themselves both body and mind, and possibly add quite a few years to their life.