Welcome to The Meadows at WinnPrairie™ | A Memory Care Community Designed to Provide Person-Centered Care to Enhance Daily Functioning

An innovative collaboration between Swift Hospitality Group and Monroe Clinic, The Meadows at WinnPrairie™ offers Memory Respite Care in Freeport. As special situations for family caregivers arise, such as work, vacation, travel or the simple need for a break, WinnPrairie is always here to help. This program can alleviate the stress and concern that accompany caring for a loved one diagnosed with dementia such as Alzheimer’s disease. From five days to 30 days, our healthcare professionals provide reliable short-term overnight care for those requiring specialized attention and companionship. For those considering long-term residency, respite stays offer a taste of the lifestyle available at The Meadows Memory Care.

Respite care provides short-term care breaks for caregivers. Our goal is to help relieve stress, renew your energy and restore a sense of balance to your life

Memory Respite Care Suites

respite care suites

Our Memory Care Suites provide secure living solutions in a comfortable, welcoming and homelike atmosphere. Their proximity to our common community and dining rooms provides opportunities to interact and socialize. Residents will also live nearby to our secure sensory garden, allowing ample access to outdoor relaxation.

  • 3 nutritious meals per day plus snacks

  • Satellite television

  • Free WiFi

  • Included utilities

  • Full laundry service

  • Individually controlled heating and air conditioning

  • Transportation to appointments within city limits

  • Frequent around-the-clock safety checks

  • Assistance with all activities of daily living (dressing, bathing, grooming, etc.)

  • Medication administration

  • Tailored activities for non-pharmacological therapy

  • Electronic documentation system

  • Local ownership and management

  • Specialized staff trained in service needs for those requiring memory care

  • Additional programming like pet therapy and aromatherapy

respite care freeport suite
bathroom in respite care suite

Senior Living Community Amenities

living room in apartment
respite care apartment dining room
  • Fully-furnished luxury private senior living suites, each with a half bath

  • Living space décor carefully designed to suit memory care resident needs

  • Safe and secured environment

  • Cozy common living spaces

  • Private spa rooms

  • Wellness room for on-site visits and exams

  • Licensed personnel on site 24/7

  • Local ownership and management

  • Full calendar of social, recreational and educational activities encouraging healthy aging

  • Spacious dining rooms

  • Secure outdoor sensory garden

  • No buy-in required


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$220 Daily Rate

When caring for a loved one, the amount of time and energy involved can negatively impact caregivers. They can become ill and, in some cases, even pass away before the person they are caring for due to a lack of self-care. Our Memory Care Respite Program allows caregivers to avoid such costly outcomes by providing peace of mind for them and excellent memory care for their loved one.