Pluto Boes Legal, PLLC

02/22/2026

US Is Getting Its First 'Dementia Village'

Wisconsin community will be modeled after one in the Netherlands

08/21/2025

We are pleased to announce that Attorney Traci Sherman is now fully licensed to practice in South Dakota. We look forward to assisting our neighbors to the west and others with South Dakota property interests with their estate planning needs.

06/27/2025

Attorney Traci Sherman took her oath of attorney today for the State of South Dakota. Once she receives confirmation from the South Dakota Supreme Court she will be able to assist clients with South Dakota estate planning and real-estate matters.

03/26/2025

10/09/2023

Attorney Traci Sherman participated in a panel discussion at the Elder Law Institute last week. The panel discussed the unique challenges of working with professional and non-professional fiduciaries.

06/28/2023

The below list was shared by a friend and it is a very appropriate approach to loving a person with dementia (as long as the actions aren't detrimental to their health) . Enjoy the chance to "meet" loved ones again and to go on their adventures with them. You may learn things about your loved ones that you never knew.

If I get dementia, I’d like my family, friends and Carers to hang this wish list up on the wall where I live. I want them to remember these things.
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1. If I get dementia, I want my friends and family to embrace my reality.
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2. If I think my spouse is still alive, or if I think we’re visiting my parents for dinner, let me believe those things. I’ll be much happier for it.
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3. If I get dementia, don’t argue with me about what is true for me versus what is true for you.
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4. If I get dementia, and I am not sure who you are, do not take it personally. My timeline is confusing to me.
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5. If I get dementia, and can no longer use utensils, do not start feeding me. Instead, switch me to a finger-food diet, and see if I can still feed myself.
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6. If I get dementia, and I am sad or anxious, hold my hand and listen. Do not tell me that my feelings are unfounded.
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7. If I get dementia, I don’t want to be treated like a child. Talk to me like the adult that I am.
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8. If I get dementia, I still want to enjoy the things that I’ve always enjoyed. Help me find a way to exercise, read, and visit with friends.
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9. If I get dementia, ask me to tell you a story from my past.
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10. If I get dementia, and I become agitated, take the time to figure out what is bothering me.
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11. If I get dementia, treat me the way that you would want to be treated.
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12. If I get dementia, make sure that there are plenty of snacks for me in the house. Even now if I don’t eat I get angry, and if I have dementia, I may have trouble explaining what I need.
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13. If I get dementia, don’t talk about me as if I’m not in the room.
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14. If I get dementia, don’t feel guilty if you cannot care for me 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It’s not your fault, and you’ve done your best. Find someone who can help you, or choose a great new place for me to live.
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15. If I get dementia, and I live in a dementia care community, please visit me often.
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16. If I get dementia, don’t act frustrated if I mix up names, events, or places. Take a deep breath. It’s not my fault.
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17. If I get dementia, make sure I always have my favorite music playing within earshot.
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18. If I get dementia, and I like to pick up items and carry them around, help me return those items to their original place.
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19. If I get dementia, don’t exclude me from parties and family gatherings.
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20. If I get dementia, know that I still like receiving hugs or handshakes.
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21. If I get dementia, remember that I am still the person you know and love.
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06/23/2022

Wishing Venom Summer Fast Pitch a great season!

05/10/2021

Please join us in Congratulating Traci Sherman on her success of passing the Minnesota Bar Exam.

Traci joined the former Pluto Legal team in 2010 and now assists Pluto Boes Legal in the application process for medical assistance benefits. Traci has an Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice, and earned her paralegal certificate. She is a member of the Minnesota Paralegal Association, The National Federation of Paralegal Associations, and The Minnesota State Bar Association.

Traci Sherman was sworn in by the Minnesota Supreme Court on May 7th, 2021. She will continue to practice as an Associate Attorney with Melanie Boes and will still practice in the areas of Medical Assistance and Estate Planning.

Congratulations Traci Sherman! We are so proud of you and cannot wait to see you excel in your career.

01/06/2021

Through Covid-19 we are working to connect with you in new ways. Zoom meetings & Phone Conferences are available!

Call us today, to learn more!
1-866-457-3131

12/24/2020

We are grateful to have you tuning into our page. Hoping you are all having a nice Christmas.