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!

  • 07
    Feb 2026
    09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

    Monthly Drop-Off Saturday - Feb. 7, 2026

    Posted by: Solid Waste Management

    Drop-Off Saturday at the Moderate Risk Waste Facility is Feb. 7

    Chelan County Moderate Risk Waste Facility
  • 02
    Feb 2026
    09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

    Registration deadline for new voters or address updates by mail, online, email or over the phone.

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    Registration deadline for new voters or address updates by mail, online, email or over the phone.

  • 28
    Jan 2026
    06:30 PM - 08:30 PM

    Chelan County Planning Commission - January 28, 2026

    Posted by: Community Development

    400 Douglas St., meeting room No. 1
  • 23
    Jan 2026
    08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

    Ballots will be mailed to voters

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    Ballots will be mailed to voters

  • 23
    Jan 2026
    09:00 AM - 08:00 PM

    Voting Center is open for 18 days in Election's Office

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    Voting Center is open for 18 days in Election's Office