Individuals can become addicted to drugs or alcohol despite a handicap or personal physical challenge. This often makes people even more susceptible to becoming involved in alcohol or drug addiction, because of the various problems that may pop up in the perspon's life. This is the case for persons in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and rehab for substance abuse problems is sometimes required. Deaf or hearing impaired persons will require ASL or other help as part of their rehab plan, and there are alcohol and drug rehab programs available throughout the Lake Ronkonkoma, New York area which cater to these needs. Skilled drug rehab counselors who understand the need for ASL and can provide other crucial help to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily accessible in several drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers around Lake Ronkonkoma, New York and in the United States.