Individuals may become addicted to drugs or alcohol despite a handicap or particular physical issue. This sometimes makes persons significantly more susceptible to getting involved in substance abuse, because of the various challenges that may be a factor in the perspon's life. This is often a factor for persons in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and treatment for substance abuse problems is sometimes needed. Deaf or hearing impaired persons will require ASL or other assistance as part of their rehab needs, and there are drug and alcohol treatment programs available throughout the Shumway, IL. area which cater to these special needs. Professional drug rehab counselors who understand the need for ASL and can offer other necessary assistance to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily available in a number of drug and alcohol treatment centers around Shumway, IL. and in the country.