Saskatchewan Cognitive Disability Strategy
SK CDS
The Cognitive Disability Strategy (CDS) provides services and financial support to individuals with cognitive disabilities and their families. It is designed to address unmet needs that cannot be met by other systems, using evidence-based interventions tailored to the person.
Useful Tips for Applying
Work with a CDS coordinator to clearly identify unmet needs and the evidence-based interventions that would help, since funding is tied to those needs. Keep records of what other programs have and have not covered, since CDS fills gaps. Family support plans can include alternate care for adult children at home.
Who May Qualify
You may qualify if you are a Saskatchewan resident, have a cognitive disability that results in long-term limitations, and have an unmet need related to that cognitive disability that can be addressed through an evidence-based intervention. Funding is income-tested.
Required Documents
Documentation of a cognitive disability that causes long-term limitations, an assessment of unmet needs that can be addressed through evidence-based interventions, and your family income information for the income test.
How to Apply
Apply through the Saskatchewan government CDS page or with the help of a CDS coordinator. Funding levels are determined by an income test and an assessment of unmet needs.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
A common mistake is assuming CDS duplicates other programs — it specifically covers unmet needs that no other system addresses. Another is not documenting the unmet need clearly, which affects funding. People also miss that adult children living in the family home may be considered as part of a family support plan.
Preparing an application?
The Application Helper walks you through each question on this benefit's form in plain language.
Application denied?
If your application is turned down, the Appeals Guide explains filing deadlines, escalation levels, and where to find free legal and advocate help.
Accessible Compass is an independent guide — we are not a government agency and do not process applications or approve benefits. We provide general information only, not legal, medical, or financial advice. Program rules may change. Always confirm with official government sources.
