Delivering Death Notification with Compassion and Professionalism

"Delivering Death Notification with Compassion and Professionalism"

1.5 CE Credits will be offered for LPC, LMFT, SW, and Psychologists - NBCC Approved

Presented by: Roya Williamson

Date: August 29th, 2025

Time: 9:30 am - 11 am CDT

Location: Webinar Via Zoom

Cost: Free (This training is supported by Award No. 3012707 by the Texas Office of the Governor and Violence Against Women Act Fund.)

This course equips professionals with essential tools and techniques to deliver death notifications with sensitivity, clarity, and professionalism. Participants will explore best practices for preparation, delivery, and follow-up, while learning to address the emotional needs of survivors. Real-world scenarios and expert guidance help build confidence in managing this difficult responsibility with empathy and respect. The course also addresses procedures for unattended deaths, ensuring support and dignity for both the deceased and their loved ones.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Apply best practices for preparing, delivering, and following up on death notifications.

• Recognize and respond to the emotional needs of survivors with empathy and professionalism.

• Demonstrate appropriate procedures for managing unattended deaths until the funeral home arrives.

• Uphold the dignity of the deceased and their survivors during death notification and post-notification care.

If you register for this training, you must attend for the entire training.

*Partial CEs will not be provided.*

Leaving the training early will count as a No Show.

In the event of an emergency that causes you to be late or miss the training, email training@tssnt.org.

About Our Speaker:

Roya Williamson, Victim Services Coordinator, started with the San Marcos Police Department in June 2007. She is a member of the Hays County Sexual Assault Response Team (SART), the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT), the Hays County Child Fatality Review Team and the Hays County Regional Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) Team. Prior to her employment with the Police Department, she served the San Marcos and Hays County community as the Assistant Director of the Hays Caldwell Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse.

When Registering, please ensure that ALL information, especially your email address, is accurate. If you do not receive a confirmation email from our team, your registration cannot be guaranteed.

*All events are subject to cancellation*