Individuals can become addicted to alcohol or drugs no matter their handicap or particular physical problem. This often makes individuals even more vulnerable to becoming involved in substance abuse, because of the varying issues that may be a factor in the perspon's life. This is the case for people in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and drug rehab for drug and alcohol abuse issues is sometimes required. Deaf or hearing impaired people often need ASL or other help as part of their drug rehab program, and there are drug and alcohol rehab programs accessible throughout the West Hills, California area which cater to these special needs. Skilled treatment counselors who know ASL and can provide other necessary assistance to deaf or hearing impaired addicted individuals are readily accessible in several drug and alcohol treatment facilities around West Hills and in the country.