Individuals may become addicted to drugs or alcohol despite a handicap or personal physical problem. This at times makes persons particularly more susceptible to becoming involved in substance abuse, as a result of the varying challenges that may pop up in the perspon's life. This is the case for individuals in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and treatment for drug and alcohol abuse disorders is often required. Deaf or hearing impaired people often need ASL or other support as part of their drug rehab plan, and there are alcohol and drug treatment programs available throughout the Chelsea, Iowa area which cater to these special needs. Professional treatment counselors who understand the need for ASL and can supply other necessary help to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily available in a number of drug and alcohol treatment programs around Chelsea, Iowa and in the country.