Men and women may become addicted to drugs or alcohol despite a handicap or particular physical problem. This sometimes makes people significantly more vulnerable to getting involved in alcohol or drug addiction, due to the various 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 disorders is sometimes required. Deaf or hearing impaired individuals will need ASL or other assistance as part of their rehab program, and there are alcohol and drug treatment facilities available throughout the Richland area which specifically help fill these needs. Skilled drug rehab counselors who understand the need for ASL and can provide other necessary help to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily accessible in several drug treatment facilities around Richland and in the United States.