Men and women may become addicted to alcohol or drugs despite a handicap or particular physical challenge. This often makes persons even more vulnerable to getting involved in alcohol or drug addiction, because of the various challenges that may be a factor in the perspon's life. This is the case for individuals in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and drug rehab for drug and alcohol abuse problems is often necessary. Deaf or hearing impaired people will need ASL or other assistance as part of their rehab needs, and there are drug rehabilitation programs available throughout the Landers area which cater to these needs. Professional treatment counselors who know ASL and can offer other necessary assistance to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily accessible in a number of drug and alcohol treatment centers around Landers and in the United States.