Individuals can become addicted to alcohol or drugs no matter their handicap or personal physical problem. This sometimes makes persons even more susceptible to becoming involved in alcohol or drug addiction, due to the unique challenges that this can bring in the perspon's life. This is often a factor for people in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and rehab for substance abuse issues is sometimes essential. Deaf or hearing impaired persons often need ASL or other assistance as part of their treatment program, and there are drug and alcohol treatment facilities accessible throughout the De Soto, IL. area which cater to these special needs. Professional treatment counselors who know ASL and can offer other necessary help to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily accessible in a number of drug rehab facilities around De Soto, IL. and in the United States.