People may become addicted to drugs no matter their handicap or unique physical challenge. This sometimes makes individuals even more susceptible to getting involved in alcohol or drug addiction, because of the varying challenges that this can bring in the individual's life. This is the case for people in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and rehab for alcohol and drug abuse issues is sometimes needed. Deaf or hearing impaired individuals often need ASL or other assistance as part of their treatment needs, and there are alcohol and drug treatment programs available throughout the Weed, New Mexico area which specifically help fill these needs. Professional treatment counselors who understand the need for ASL and can offer other necessary help to deaf or hearing impaired addicted individuals are readily accessible in many drug rehabilitation programs around Weed, New Mexico and in the United States.