People can become addicted to drugs despite a handicap or personal physical problem. This often makes people particularly more susceptible to becoming involved in substance abuse, as a result of the unique issues that may pop up in the individual's life. This is true for persons in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and drug rehab for alcohol and drug abuse issues is sometimes needed. Deaf or hearing impaired persons will need ASL or other help as part of their rehab program, and there are drug and alcohol treatment programs available throughout the Springfield Center area which cater to these needs. Professional treatment counselors who understand the need for ASL and can offer other essential help to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily accessible in several drug treatment programs around Springfield Center and in the United States.