Functional Recovery is about restoring one's functional role in society. This dimension focuses on employment which is useful in mental health as it can provide meaningful stimulation, productivity, and the means to cover one's basic human needs. Further, education, housing and finance are discussed as the absence and presence of each of these can have a substanital effect on employment and mental health.
Financial literacy is a key aspect of achieving functional recovery and long-term success. Whether you're a student or already in the workforce, understanding personal finance will help you manage your income, savings, debt, and investments more effectively.
Housing provides stability foundational to mental health. Having housing and an address can support finding work, getting an education, attaining food security, and fostering social relationships.
The following resources provide structured courses and valuable lessons on improving your financial literacy:
In Regina, Saskatoon, and Prince Albert, there exists a program called Coordinated Access that is a starting point for people experiencing homelessness to get connected to supports and services intended to permanently end someone's homelessness.
Finding meaningful employment that aligns with your skills and interests can be challenging. Below are resources to help you explore different career options and access Saskatchewan-specific labor market information.
Learn more about various career paths, from healthcare to technology, and discover what it takes to enter each field:
The Government of Canada provides numerous tools to help you plan your career and understand job market trends:
If you're looking to find a job in Saskatchewan, these resources are tailored to the local job market:
This section helps you explore the benefits of education and evaluate its financial and personal return on investment.
Why should you prioritize your education? Below are two resources (one video and one article) that discuss the long-term benefits and costs of education. Although these are American resources, you may explore the Candian/SK-specific versions of the statistics mentioned using the links below. Further, in the financiing section of the page, you can find links to the academic institutions in SK and their costs.
Data-driven decisions are important when evaluating education. Below are statistical resources that illustrate the impact of education on income and unemployment rates in Canada and Saskatchewan:
If you're interested in pursuing post-secondary education in Saskatchewan, here are resources to help you understand available programs and financial aid options: