Individuals can become addicted to alcohol or drugs no matter their handicap or unique physical problem. This often makes persons particularly more susceptible to getting involved in alcohol or drug addiction, due to the varying issues that may be a factor in the individual's life. This is the case for people in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and rehab for substance abuse issues is sometimes necessary. Deaf or hearing impaired people will require ASL or other help as part of their drug rehab needs, and there are alcohol and drug rehabilitation facilities available throughout the Smith River area which specifically help fill these special needs. Skilled drug rehab counselors who know ASL and can provide other essential assistance to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily accessible in many drug treatment programs around Smith River, CA. and in the country.