People can become addicted to alcohol or drugs despite a handicap or personal physical problem. This often makes persons particularly more susceptible to becoming involved in alcohol or drug addiction, as a result of the various issues that may be a factor in the individual'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 necessary. Deaf or hearing impaired individuals often need ASL or other support as part of their drug rehab program, and there are drug rehabilitation programs accessible throughout the Niwot area which cater to these special needs. Expert treatment counselors who know ASL and can offer other essential assistance to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily available in numerous drug rehabilitation centers around Niwot and in the country.