Men and women may become addicted to alcohol or drugs no matter their handicap or personal physical issue. This often makes individuals even more vulnerable to becoming involved in drug or alcohol addiction, due to the varying challenges that may pop up in the perspon's life. This is often a factor for people in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and treatment for alcohol and drug abuse disorders is often required. Deaf or hearing impaired people will need ASL or other help as part of their drug rehab plan, and there are drug and alcohol treatment facilities available throughout the Edmonton area which cater to these special needs. Professional treatment counselors who understand the need for ASL and can provide other crucial help to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily available in a number of drug and alcohol treatment facilities around Edmonton and in the United States.