Men and women can become addicted to drugs or alcohol no matter their handicap or unique physical challenge. This often makes individuals significantly more susceptible to becoming involved in drug or alcohol addiction, as a result of the varying problems that may pop up in the individual's life. This is often a factor for individuals in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and drug rehab for drug and alcohol abuse issues is sometimes needed. Deaf or hearing impaired people will need ASL or other help as part of their rehab needs, and there are alcohol and drug rehabilitation centers available throughout the Ithaca area which cater to these special needs. Professional drug rehab counselors who understand the need for ASL and can offer other essential assistance to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily available in many drug and alcohol treatment programs around Ithaca and in the United States.