Men and women can become addicted to drugs or alcohol no matter their handicap or particular physical issue. This often makes people particularly more susceptible to getting involved in drug or alcohol addiction, as a result of the unique issues that may be a factor in the individual's life. This is often a factor for persons in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and drug rehab for alcohol and drug abuse disorders is sometimes needed. Deaf or hearing impaired persons will need ASL or other help as part of their drug rehab program, and there are drug and alcohol treatment programs available throughout the Northumberland area which specifically help fill these needs. Skilled treatment counselors who understand the need for ASL and can offer other necessary assistance to deaf or hearing impaired addicted individuals are readily accessible in numerous drug and alcohol treatment programs around Northumberland and around the nation.