Cincinnati Launches Pilot Program for Mental Health Emergency Response

Cincinnati is rolling out a new pilot program aimed at transforming the way the city responds to mental health emergencies. The initiative, known as the "Behavioral Health Response Team" (BHRT), seeks to divert non-violent 911 calls related to mental health crises away from traditional police responses and toward trained mental health professionals. This approach aims to de-escalate situations, connect individuals with appropriate care, and reduce unnecessary involvement of law enforcement. The