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About Us
The Sketchley Law Firm, P.A. was established in 2002 by Twyla Sketchley, a Florida Bar Board Certified Elder Law Attorney. We are dedicated to providing clients compassionate, quality representation, and helping create a safe supportive community for our most vulnerable neighbors.
Coronavirus & Social Distancing Activities
The Coronavirus has led to families to engage in social distancing. This will impact elders and multi-generational households. This is a list of activities for families that are appropriate for social distancing.
Caregiving: It Takes a Village
"It takes a village" is an African proverb meaning it takes a village to allow a child to grow in a safe, healthy environment. That same proverb applies to providing our elders with a safe, healthy environment, even aging in place. According to the National...
2020 Important Social Security, Medicare, Tax, & Medicaid Numbers
What are the income limits and Medicaid numbers for 2020.
Can I Use Florida Medicaid in Another State?
A common question we receive is "Can I use Florida Medicaid in another state?" Most Medicaid recipients assume they can use it across state lines. However, Medicaid can only be used in the state where the recipient is eligible except in emergencies or rare...
Medical Alert Systems: Talking to Aging Parents
Medical alert systems can be a vital tool in maintaining a frail elderly parent's independence. Many people's only knowledge of a medical alert system is Lifecall’s “I’ve fallen and I can’t get up” catchphrase. It has become a catch phrase for memes and GIFs. ...
How Can I Help Hurricane Michael Relief?
Hurricane Michael tore through the Florida Panhandle from Gadsden County to Panama City Beach leaving devastation from the Gulf coast through Alabama and Georgia. Florida towns like Marianna, Lynnhaven and Blountstown will be without power and possibly drinkable water...