by Twyla Sketchley | Jul 11, 2016 | ADA, Caregivers, Disability
Sixty percent of Americans own some type of pet. These furry family members bring us happiness, assistance, and support. Pet safety is essential during a hurricane. If you own a pet, comfort animal or a service animal, it is essential that you have a disaster plan...
by Twyla Sketchley | Jul 20, 2015 | ADA, Disability, Veterans
Service animals are a necessity for many individuals with a mental or physical disability who need assistance navigating daily life. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state laws, no business owner providing public accommodations can discriminate...
by Twyla Sketchley | Jul 13, 2015 | ADA, Disability, Veterans
Service dogs for individuals with a disability and guide dogs for individuals with visual impairment are specially trained dogs that provide assistance with tasks the individual cannot perform and usually cannot be performed with less expensive assistive technology....
by Twyla Sketchley | Jun 22, 2015 | ADA, Disability, Resources
A guide dog is a specially trained dog that assists individuals with visual or sight impairment. Guide dogs are trained to lead the individual around obstacles and to assist with navigation in daily tasks. Guide dogs are often seen wearing a special harness with a...
by Twyla Sketchley | Mar 5, 2013 | Estate Planning
Many of us have beloved pets. I have two cats, Zorro & Zinnia. One question that individuals fail to ask when doing planning for who will care for them when they can no longer care for themselves is: What happens to my pets when I need someone to care for me?...
