People may become addicted to alcohol or drugs no matter their handicap or personal physical challenge. This sometimes makes people even more vulnerable to getting involved in drug or alcohol addiction, due to the varying problems that may be a factor in the perspon's life. This is true for people in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and drug rehab for substance abuse disorders is sometimes required. Deaf or hearing impaired individuals often need ASL or other support as part of their rehab needs, and there are alcohol and drug rehabilitation facilities available throughout the Rochester area which cater to these special needs. Skilled treatment counselors who understand the need for ASL and can offer other crucial assistance to deaf or hearing impaired addicted individuals are readily accessible in many drug and alcohol rehab programs around Rochester and in the United States.