Individuals may become addicted to drugs no matter their handicap or unique physical problem. This sometimes makes people significantly more vulnerable to becoming involved in drug or alcohol addiction, because of the varying issues that may be a factor in the individual's life. This is the case for persons in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and treatment for substance abuse problems is often needed. Deaf or hearing impaired people often require ASL or other assistance as part of their drug rehab plan, and there are drug and alcohol treatment programs available throughout the Winn area which specifically help fill these needs. Expert treatment counselors who know ASL and can provide other necessary assistance to deaf or hearing impaired addicted individuals are readily accessible in numerous drug and alcohol treatment centers around Winn and around the nation.