Individuals can become addicted to drugs no matter their handicap or unique physical issue. This sometimes makes persons particularly more vulnerable to getting involved in drug or alcohol addiction, as a result of the various challenges that may pop up in the perspon's life. This is often a factor for individuals in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and treatment for alcohol and drug abuse disorders is sometimes needed. Deaf or hearing impaired persons will require ASL or other assistance as part of their drug rehab plan, and there are drug rehabilitation facilities accessible throughout the Savoonga area which specifically help fill these needs. Professional drug rehab counselors who understand the need for ASL and can provide other necessary assistance to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily available in numerous drug rehabilitation centers around Savoonga and in the country.