Individuals can become addicted to drugs despite a handicap or personal physical challenge. This sometimes makes persons particularly more susceptible to becoming involved in substance abuse, because of the varying challenges that may pop up in the individual's life. This is true for people in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and treatment for substance abuse problems is often essential. Deaf or hearing impaired individuals will require ASL or other assistance as part of their drug rehab program, and there are alcohol and drug treatment programs available throughout the Shorterville area which cater to these needs. Skilled treatment counselors who understand the need for ASL and can provide other essential assistance to deaf or hearing impaired addicted individuals are readily accessible in several drug and alcohol rehabilitation facilities around Shorterville and around the nation.