People can become addicted to drugs or alcohol despite a handicap or personal physical problem. This at times makes people particularly more vulnerable to becoming involved in drug or alcohol addiction, because of the various challenges that may pop up in the individual's life. This is the case for people in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and treatment for drug and alcohol abuse disorders is sometimes necessary. Deaf or hearing impaired persons will require ASL or other help as part of their rehab needs, and there are drug and alcohol rehabilitation programs accessible throughout the Blue area which cater to these special needs. Expert treatment counselors who understand the need for ASL and can offer other essential assistance to deaf or hearing impaired addicted individuals are readily available in many drug rehabilitation facilities around Blue and around the nation.