Sheriff's Office

Behavioral Health Unit

The Behavioral Health Unit (BHU) operates in the field to respond to 911 calls related to behavioral health issues. It offers services including problem identification, crisis intervention, referrals, and connections to resources for residents of Chelan and Douglas Counties. The BHU focuses on providing direct, face-to-face support, temporary case management, and assessments, while also serving as a secondary responder for law enforcement agencies. The BHU provides outreach to individuals in acute emotional crises, aiming to divert them from incarceration or hospitalization by connecting them to the least restrictive and most appropriate treatment options. It conducts assessments to determine eligibility for diversion and coordinates evaluations under the Involuntary Treatment Act when necessary, using crisis intervention techniques to support both individual and community stabilization.

The Behavioral Health Unit has been successful in establishing and maintaining the Chelan County Sheriff’s Office Wellness Program and supporting first responders across Chelan and Douglas County. The Officer Wellness Program is designed to promote the holistic health of law enforcement officers by addressing their unique physical, mental, and emotional needs. Acknowledging the demanding nature of police work, this program offers a comprehensive range of resources aimed at enhancing officers' resilience, reducing stress, and supporting overall well-being.

Posted: 01/06/2015 09:39 AM
Last Updated: 06/02/2025 03:59 PM

Chelan County Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!

  • 12
    Sep 2026
    10:00 AM - 03:00 PM

    Cashmere Airport Day

    Posted by: Board Of County Commissioners

    Come for the food, the fun and the airplanes! A casual day to explore your local county airport.

    Cashmere Airport
  • 10
    Sep 2026
    08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

    Chelan County Fair 2026

    Posted by: Chelan County Expo Center

    The Chelan County Fair exists to provide a family event reflecting the past, showcasing current accomplishments and looking to the future of the county's best resources - its youth, agriculture and communities.

    Chelan County Expo Center
  • 05
    Sep 2026
    09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

    Monthly Drop-Off Saturday - Sept. 5, 2026

    Posted by: Solid Waste Management

    Drop-Off Saturday at the Moderate Risk Waste Facility is Sept. 5

    Moderate Risk Waste Facility
  • 18
    Aug 2026
    09:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Public Meeting: Public Canvassing Board Meetings

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.

    Chelan County Auditor’s Office
  • 18
    Aug 2026
    01:30 PM - 02:00 PM

    Public Meeting: Certify Election

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.

    Chelan County Auditor’s Office