Managing Physical and Emotional Expressions
Caring for someone with dementia often means navigating unexpected behaviors like agitation, repetition, or aggression. These behavioral expressions are common—and often misunderstood—but with the right tools, they can be managed with compassion and confidence. In this program, you’ll learn why these behaviors occur and how to effectively prevent, redirect, and respond to them. This session offers practical, supportive strategies for families, caregivers, and professionals alike.
Date October 16, 2025
Hosted By WellMed Charitable Foundation
Tia Viera
Tia Viera is the Director of Bilingual Education at the James L. West Center for Dementia Care, where she is devoted to empowering caregivers — especially those within Hispanic and Latino communities — to better understand, navigate, and manage dementia.
Drawing on extensive experience in dementia care and community education, Tia has served in key roles with the Alzheimer’s Association North Central Texas Chapter and Dementia Friendly Fort Worth. Her professional expertise is deeply rooted in personal experience: for more than 16 years, she provided support for her mother, gaining profound insight into dementia’s progression and the communication skills essential for supporting individuals and families through each stage of the disease.
Tia’s commitment to serving Hispanic and Latino families is further shaped by her years living in Central America and Puerto Rico, where she witnessed firsthand the importance of culturally relevant education and trusted information. Through the Cerebro Sano program, she now delivers bilingual brain health and dementia education designed to bridge healthcare gaps, strengthen intergenerational understanding, and make vital information accessible in both English and Spanish.