Individuals can become addicted to drugs no matter their handicap or particular physical problem. This at times makes persons particularly more susceptible to getting involved in alcohol or drug addiction, because of the varying challenges that this can bring in the individual's life. This is true for individuals in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and drug rehab for substance abuse issues is often necessary. Deaf or hearing impaired persons often require ASL or other help as part of their rehab needs, and there are drug and alcohol treatment facilities available throughout the Ossipee area which cater to these special needs. Skilled treatment 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 and alcohol treatment programs around Ossipee and in the United States.