Former President Jimmy Carter and his wife Rosalynn Carter are in the “final chapter” of their lives, according to their grandson Josh Carter. In an interview with People magazine, Josh Carter revealed that the couple is currently in hospice care. Jimmy Carter, who is 98 years old, entered hospice care in February after facing a series of health scares in 2019. Although he beat brain cancer in 2015, he underwent surgery last year to relieve pressure on his brain.
Family and caregivers have been the only recent visitors to the Carters’ Georgia home, according to Josh Carter. However, he mentioned that there is always someone at the house to keep the couple company. A spokesperson for The Carter Center declined to comment on the interview.
Despite his age and health issues, Josh Carter described his grandfather as “still fully Jimmy Carter.” He acknowledged that Jimmy Carter is aware of the well wishes he has received and has felt the love from his supporters. On the other hand, Rosalynn Carter, who has dementia, is cognizant of her diagnosis and even signed off on a press release in May announcing it. Josh Carter mentioned that his grandmother still recognizes her family and is able to form new memories.
While it may be difficult for Jimmy Carter to witness his wife’s memory loss, Josh Carter emphasized that the couple has experienced everything together and the beautiful thing is that they are still together. He added that they are still holding hands, which he finds amazing.
Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter have been married for 77 years, making them the longest-married presidential couple. They have redefined the role of former first families, with Jimmy Carter founding The Carter Center alongside his wife to promote world peace and health. The center has been involved in monitoring foreign elections and reducing diseases in developing countries. Jimmy Carter has also been a longtime volunteer with Habitat for Humanity and received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002 for his efforts to push for peace globally.
Before entering politics, Jimmy Carter was a peanut farmer and US Navy lieutenant. He served as the governor of Georgia and was the president of the United States from 1977 to 1981 as a Democrat.
What are some of the specific health challenges that Jimmy Carter has faced since overcoming brain cancer, leading to his need for hospice care at 98 years old
Former President Jimmy Carter, alongside his wife Rosalynn Carter, is currently in hospice care, marking what their grandson Josh Carter describes as the “final chapter” of their lives. In an interview with People magazine, Josh opened up about the couple’s current situation. At 98 years old, Jimmy Carter entered hospice care this February, following a series of health complications last year. Despite successfully overcoming brain cancer in 2015, he has faced additional health challenges.
