People can become addicted to alcohol or drugs despite a handicap or particular physical problem. This at times makes individuals particularly more vulnerable to getting involved in drug or alcohol addiction, due to the varying problems that this can bring in the individual's life. This is true for persons in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and treatment for substance abuse issues is often necessary. Deaf or hearing impaired persons often need ASL or other assistance as part of their drug rehab plan, and there are drug rehabilitation facilities accessible throughout the Fredericktown area which specifically help fill these needs. Skilled drug rehab counselors who understand the need for ASL and can supply other necessary assistance to deaf or hearing impaired addicted individuals are readily available in many drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers around Fredericktown and in the country.