People can become addicted to drugs or alcohol despite a handicap or personal physical challenge. This at times makes people particularly more vulnerable to becoming involved in alcohol or drug addiction, due to the varying issues that may be a factor in the perspon's life. This is true for individuals in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and rehab for alcohol and drug abuse disorders is often required. Deaf or hearing impaired individuals often need ASL or other assistance as part of their rehab plan, and there are alcohol and drug rehab facilities available throughout the De Kalb area which specifically help fill these special needs. Skilled treatment counselors who understand the need for ASL and can supply other necessary assistance to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily available in many drug treatment facilities around De Kalb and around the nation.