People may become addicted to drugs or alcohol despite a handicap or particular physical challenge. This often makes people particularly more susceptible to becoming involved in alcohol or drug addiction, because of the unique problems that may be a factor in the perspon's life. This is the case for people in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and rehab for alcohol and drug abuse disorders is often essential. Deaf or hearing impaired persons will need ASL or other assistance as part of their treatment plan, and there are drug and alcohol treatment programs available throughout the Closter area which specifically help fill these needs. Skilled treatment counselors who know ASL and can provide other essential assistance to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily available in numerous drug rehab programs around Closter and in the United States.