Individuals may become addicted to alcohol or drugs no matter their handicap or personal physical problem. This sometimes makes individuals even more vulnerable to becoming involved in substance abuse, as a result of the varying problems that may pop up in the individual's life. This is the case for persons in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and treatment for alcohol and drug abuse disorders is often required. Deaf or hearing impaired people often need ASL or other support as part of their drug rehab needs, and there are drug and alcohol rehab facilities available throughout the Fernley, NV. area which cater to these special needs. Professional drug rehab counselors who know ASL and can supply other essential assistance to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily available in numerous drug and alcohol rehabilitation facilities around Fernley, Nevada and in the United States.