Individuals can become addicted to alcohol or drugs no matter their handicap or particular physical issue. This at times makes persons significantly more vulnerable to becoming involved in substance abuse, as a result of the various issues that may be a factor in the perspon's life. This is the case for people in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and rehab for substance abuse issues is often required. Deaf or hearing impaired individuals will need ASL or other help as part of their drug rehab program, and there are alcohol and drug rehabilitation programs available throughout the Fort Irwin, California area which specifically help fill these special needs. Professional drug rehab counselors who know ASL and can provide other essential assistance to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily accessible in numerous drug rehabilitation programs around Fort Irwin and in the country.