People may become addicted to drugs or alcohol despite a handicap or particular physical issue. This at times makes individuals particularly more vulnerable to becoming involved in substance abuse, because of the unique issues that this can bring in the individual's life. This is often a factor for individuals in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and rehab for substance abuse issues is sometimes required. Deaf or hearing impaired individuals will require ASL or other help as part of their treatment needs, and there are alcohol and drug treatment facilities available throughout the South Plainfield area which specifically help fill these special needs. Skilled drug rehab counselors who know ASL and can provide other essential assistance to deaf or hearing impaired addicted individuals are readily accessible in a number of drug treatment programs around South Plainfield and in the country.