Individuals can become addicted to alcohol or drugs no matter their handicap or unique physical challenge. This often makes individuals even more vulnerable to becoming involved in alcohol or drug addiction, due to the various issues that may pop up in the perspon's life. This is true for individuals in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and rehab for drug and alcohol abuse disorders is often necessary. Deaf or hearing impaired persons will require ASL or other help as part of their treatment needs, and there are alcohol and drug rehab programs available throughout the Bendena area which specifically help fill these special needs. Skilled drug rehab counselors who understand the need for ASL and can offer other necessary help to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily accessible in many drug treatment facilities around Bendena and around the nation.