Men and women may become addicted to drugs or alcohol no matter their handicap or particular physical issue. This at times makes persons particularly more vulnerable to becoming involved in alcohol or drug addiction, because of the varying problems that may be a factor in the perspon's life. This is true for persons in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and treatment for drug and alcohol abuse disorders is sometimes required. Deaf or hearing impaired people often need ASL or other support as part of their treatment program, and there are drug and alcohol rehabilitation facilities accessible throughout the Mecca, California area which cater to these needs. Expert treatment counselors who know ASL and can offer other necessary assistance to deaf or hearing impaired addicted individuals are readily available in several drug and alcohol rehabilitation programs around Mecca and around the nation.