Men and women may become addicted to drugs no matter their handicap or unique physical challenge. This often makes people significantly more vulnerable to becoming involved in substance abuse, as a result of the varying issues that may be a factor in the individual's life. This is true for people in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and rehab for substance abuse issues is sometimes necessary. Deaf or hearing impaired persons will need ASL or other support as part of their drug rehab plan, and there are drug rehab facilities available throughout the Newtown area which cater to these special needs. Skilled drug rehab counselors who understand the need for ASL and can provide other essential help to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily accessible in many drug rehabilitation programs around Newtown and in the country.