People can become addicted to drugs or alcohol despite a handicap or unique physical challenge. This often makes individuals even more vulnerable to becoming involved in drug or alcohol addiction, because of the varying challenges that may be a factor in the perspon's life. This is true for persons in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and drug rehab for alcohol and drug abuse disorders is sometimes essential. Deaf or hearing impaired people will need ASL or other help as part of their treatment program, and there are alcohol and drug rehab programs available throughout the Crystal area which cater to these special needs. Professional drug rehab counselors who understand the need for ASL and can offer other crucial assistance to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily available in many drug and alcohol treatment programs around Crystal and in the country.