Men and women can become addicted to drugs or alcohol despite a handicap or personal physical problem. This at times makes individuals particularly more vulnerable to getting involved in drug or alcohol addiction, due to the various challenges that may pop up in the individual's life. This is often a factor for individuals in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and treatment for substance abuse issues is often required. Deaf or hearing impaired persons will require ASL or other support as part of their rehab needs, and there are alcohol and drug rehabilitation facilities available throughout the Shorewood area which specifically help fill these needs. Professional treatment counselors who understand the need for ASL and can supply other necessary assistance to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily available in many drug and alcohol treatment centers around Shorewood and around the nation.