Individuals can become addicted to drugs despite a handicap or personal physical problem. This sometimes makes people significantly more vulnerable to getting involved in drug or alcohol addiction, because of the varying problems that this can bring in the individual's life. This is true for individuals in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and treatment for substance abuse disorders is sometimes necessary. Deaf or hearing impaired individuals often need ASL or other support as part of their rehab program, and there are drug and alcohol rehab centers available throughout the Avenel area which cater to these special needs. Professional drug rehab counselors who understand the need for ASL and can provide other necessary help to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily available in a number of drug treatment programs around Avenel and in the country.