Individuals may become addicted to alcohol or drugs despite a handicap or particular physical problem. This sometimes makes people particularly more vulnerable to becoming involved in drug or alcohol addiction, as a result of the varying challenges that may be a factor in the perspon's life. This is true for people in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and rehab for drug and alcohol abuse issues is often necessary. Deaf or hearing impaired persons often require ASL or other help as part of their drug rehab needs, and there are drug treatment facilities accessible throughout the Shoreline area which cater to these 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 available in several drug treatment facilities around Shoreline and around the nation.