Men and women may become addicted to drugs or alcohol despite a handicap or particular physical problem. This often makes people particularly more vulnerable to getting involved in drug or alcohol addiction, as a result of the varying challenges that this can bring in the perspon's life. This is the case for people in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and rehab for substance abuse problems is often needed. Deaf or hearing impaired individuals often require ASL or other assistance as part of their drug rehab needs, and there are drug rehabilitation programs accessible throughout the Mount Vernon area which cater to these special needs. Professional drug rehab counselors who understand the need for ASL and can offer other necessary assistance to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily accessible in numerous drug rehabilitation centers around Mount Vernon and in the country.