Join Us
Join us
Membership at Crocus is mandatory to participate in various programming and the Transitional Employment program. To become a member you must:
- Be 18 years of age or older.
- Have a diagnosed mental illness.
- Provide proof of diagnosis from a health professional.
- Complete an intake interview with a Crocus staff person.
- Pay a $1.00 lifetime membership fee.
Proof of diagnosis requires a completed referral form or a note verifying a diagnosed mental illness from a health professional. Proof of diagnosis forms can be delivered to Crocus either by fax or email from the health professional.
If you are a health professional thinking of referring someone to Crocus, feel free to contact us to discuss suitability.
Community Partners
There are a variety of services available in the community which can help with housing needs, employment, life skill development, or crisis management for individuals living with a mental illness. Visit our community partners to find the resources right for you.
Autism Services
Canadian Mental Health Association – Saskatoon Branch
Saskatoon Crisis Intervention Services
Saskatoon Housing Coalition
211 Saskatchewan
Crocus is a partner in a coalition of community based mental health service providers that work together to reduce the stigma associated with mental illness. To find out more visit Break the Barrier.
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About Us
Crocus provides safe and accepting drop-in centre for adults who have been diagnosed with a mental illness. Anyone accessing Crocus must first become a member of Crocus. Members are able to participate in various programs throughout the day, purchase a healthy meal or snacks from our canteen, and find casual work through our Transitional Employment program.
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History
In 1982, community members had a growing concern about the lack of transitional care for psychiatric patients. With better medication and treatments, psychiatric patients were often being discharged with little or no long-term support. The idea came from the hope of creating a safe, accepting place where people living with a mental illness could gather and share struggles and triumphs.
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Staff + Board
Crocus Co-op staff works tirelessly to provide social events, work, and meals for our members. Everyone involved with Crocus, whether on staff or as a board member believes wholeheartedly in the co-op's mission and truly feels as though they are part of the Crocus family.
