People can become addicted to alcohol or drugs no matter their handicap or particular physical challenge. This at times makes people even more vulnerable to getting involved in substance abuse, due to the various issues that this can bring in the perspon's life. This is true for people in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and drug rehab for substance abuse issues is sometimes necessary. Deaf or hearing impaired persons will require ASL or other support as part of their rehab plan, and there are alcohol and drug rehabilitation programs available throughout the Shedd area which specifically help fill these needs. Professional 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 many drug and alcohol rehab facilities around Shedd and in the country.