Persons in Denver, Colorado with HIV/AIDS may find themselves in need of substance abuse treatment. It is important that the drug and alcohol treatment center of choice is one which recognizes the challenges involved in assisting clientele stricken with these illnesses so that having HIV/AIDS does not get in the way of their rehabilitation. As soon as any physical obstacles have been overcome, as is common with drug or alcohol addicted persons who have not taken care of their health, individuals with HIV/AIDS in rehab will be able to overcome the mental and emotional problems involved in their addiction. The ultimate prize will be someone who can properly care for themselves both body and mind, and quite possibly add quite a few years to their life.