Individuals can become addicted to drugs or alcohol no matter their handicap or personal physical challenge. This often makes people particularly more vulnerable to getting involved in substance abuse, as a result of the varying 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 treatment for substance abuse issues is sometimes needed. Deaf or hearing impaired people often need ASL or other support as part of their drug rehab needs, and there are drug treatment programs accessible throughout the Hamilton, MO. area which specifically help fill these special needs. Professional treatment counselors who understand the need for ASL and can provide other necessary assistance to deaf or hearing impaired addicted individuals are readily accessible in a number of drug rehabilitation facilities around Hamilton, MO. and in the country.