Individuals can become addicted to drugs or alcohol despite a handicap or personal physical problem. This at times makes persons significantly more susceptible to becoming involved in alcohol or drug addiction, because of the unique issues that this can bring in the perspon's life. This is often a factor for individuals in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and rehab for substance abuse problems is sometimes essential. Deaf or hearing impaired people will require ASL or other help as part of their rehab plan, and there are alcohol and drug treatment programs available throughout the Blanding area which specifically help fill these needs. Professional drug rehab counselors who understand the need for ASL and can offer other necessary assistance to deaf or hearing impaired addicted individuals are readily accessible in a number of drug treatment facilities around Blanding and in the country.