People may become addicted to drugs or alcohol despite a handicap or particular physical issue. This at times makes persons even more susceptible to getting involved in substance abuse, because of the unique problems that may be a factor in the perspon's life. This is the case for persons in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and rehab for substance abuse disorders is sometimes required. Deaf or hearing impaired persons often require ASL or other assistance as part of their rehab plan, and there are alcohol and drug treatment programs available throughout the Fruitvale area which specifically help fill these special needs. Expert drug rehab counselors who know ASL and can supply other necessary help to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily available in several drug rehab programs around Fruitvale and in the country.