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Meet Daylen!

Daylen’s Place was established in 2020 by Daylen’s father, Greg Toews.  Greg’s vision was to give Daylen the best opportunity to live, achieve, and experience a life that is often taken for granted.

Like many parents of children with Down Syndrome, Greg wanted to give his son the best life possible after high school graduation. Daylen’s Field of Dreams is an opportunity for young adults to have a meaningful life and living experience amongst other people with Down Syndrome. 

Daylen’s Place is a one-of-a-kind housing and living experience situated near Okotoks, AB. Nestled in the peaceful river valley by the Darcy Ranch golf course, the residential facility includes two 4,200 square foot homes, each with seven master suites and state-of-the-art common areas. The facilities are designed to support safe and independent living for adults 18+ with Down Syndrome.

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My first meeting with Greg was walking in a bare field of grass where his dream now stands, he was passionate about his vision then and it has only grown since then as we went through this journey.

Dana Robinson

Throughout the process Greg was very hands on and involved in all the design decisions from placing the houses on the lots to the colors and materials on the exteriors all the way to choosing appliances and floor coverings.

Dana Robinson

His dedication to Daylen and Gregs vision of giving Daylen and other Down Syndrome adults the opportunity to learn and grow into independent adults is an an inspiration to anyone with children, with or without Downs Syndrome.

Dana Robinson

Daylen's Place

Living + Learning Center

At Daylen’s Place, adults with Down Syndrome are able to share the experience of living and growing in a loving, caring, and safe environment. 

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A very special thanks to our trade partners!

Want More Information?

We understand it can be a challenge knowing how to help your loved one take the next step in life. Daylen’s Place is a caring community where adults with Down Syndrome can realize their fullest potential.  Contact us to schedule a visit or to get more information on this wonderful facility!

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Press & Media

Daylen's Place in the Press

The Morning News with Sue Deyell & Andrew Schultz
Okotoks Today
CTV News
Okotoks Online
Avenue Magazine - Calgary
Calgary Herald

About Daylen's Place

Daylen’s Place is a unique opportunity for young adults to have a meaningful life and living experience amongst other Down Syndrome people. 

Daylen Toews & his father, Greg Toews

Daylen Toews was born on February 22, 2002 and about a second later I loved this child more than anything in the world.

Daylen was born with Down Syndrome. He is a remarkable young adult that brings joy and laughter anywhere he goes. Daylen is athletic, caring and wants to learn.

Daylen has taught me more about life than I have taught him. This is my chance to give back to my son Daylen and to other adults with Down Syndrome and provide an opportunity to be the best they can be. I wanted to be part of the solution that gives adults like my son the best life possible, so I built Daylen’s Field of Dreams as a place for him to live and grow with others. So many times, young adults with Down Syndrome are left to stay at home and fall through the cracks. I believe these adults should have all the opportunities many of us take for granted.

My motivation for Daylen’s Place comes from my love for Daylen and wanting to change the lives of other adults with Down Syndrome.

The Facility

About The Homes

Daylen’s Place is a one-of-a-kind housing and living experience situated near Okotoks, AB. Nestled in the peaceful river valley by the Darcy Ranch golf course, the residential facility includes two 4,200 square foot homes, each with seven master suites and state-of-the-art common areas. The facilities are designed to support safe and independent living for adults 18+ with Down Syndrome.

Our Mission

Why We Do What We Do

At Daylen’s Place, our mission is to promote supervised independent living and learning for adults with Down Syndrome in a safe environment designed to maximize individual growth and life skills.

Our Goals

What We Strive For Daily

  1. Teach adults with Down Syndrome life skills and independent living
  2. Encourage adults with Down Syndrome to strive for more
  3. Provide exemplary daily programming
  4. Maintain an impeccable living experience and facility
  5. Resident & Parent/Guardian Service and Support
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Do you need Down Syndrome Support?

Click below for resources, information, and a directory of local advocacy groups.

Canadian Down Syndrome Society
Down Syndrome Resource Foundation
Canadian Human Rights Commission
Halton Down Syndrome Association

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Find out more about Daylen's Place

We would love to hear from you.  Contact us today to find out if Daylen’s Place would be a good fit for your loved one.