Individuals may become addicted to drugs or alcohol despite a handicap or personal physical problem. This sometimes makes individuals significantly more vulnerable to getting involved in alcohol or drug addiction, as a result of the varying problems that this can bring in the perspon's life. This is true for people in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and treatment for substance abuse disorders is often needed. Deaf or hearing impaired persons will need ASL or other support as part of their treatment program, and there are drug and alcohol rehabilitation programs available throughout the Natoma area which cater to these special needs. Expert drug rehab counselors who understand the need for ASL and can offer other crucial assistance to deaf or hearing impaired addicted individuals are readily accessible in many drug and alcohol rehabilitation programs around Natoma and around the nation.