People can become addicted to alcohol or drugs despite a handicap or particular physical problem. This at times makes people particularly more vulnerable to becoming involved in drug or alcohol addiction, as a result of the varying issues that may pop up in the perspon's life. This is often a factor for persons in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and treatment for substance abuse problems is often necessary. Deaf or hearing impaired individuals will need ASL or other help as part of their rehab program, and there are alcohol and drug treatment facilities accessible throughout the Tillamook area which specifically help fill these special needs. Skilled drug rehab counselors who understand the need for ASL and can provide other crucial assistance to deaf or hearing impaired addicted individuals are readily accessible in several drug rehabilitation centers around Tillamook and in the country.