In February of last year, former President Jimmy Carter revealed he had begun hospice care, prompting the world to prepare for his passing. However, a year later, he has defied expectations, remaining the longest-living former president while building his legacy from his home in Plains, Georgia.
President Jimmy Carter Praised For His ‘Kindness’ On First Anniversary Of Hospice Care
As Carter marked his first anniversary in hospice care on Sunday, many people, including Professor Douglas Brinkley, spoke of his resilience when he appeared on CBS News’ “Face the Nation.” Professor of History at Rice University said:
“It’s hard when you’re 99, but Carter had a lot of will. He is alert and eats and has the ability to understand what is happening around him. I hope he makes it to October 1, 2024, so we can have Jimmy Carter at 100 years old, and we can celebrate.”
The Presidential historian added that while Carter has “beat cancer before,” his latest focus is on eradicating the guinea worm that “has devastated more than 20 African countries.”
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Brinkley’s update ended with her praising her friend for accomplishing multiple goals during her one-term presidency and for having “the love of the people.” The author’s speech, that is shared together through X, apparently resonated with political leaders, who immediately received replies to express their sentiments.
“That guy is a soldier,” said one X user, as another claimed, “Probably the only good president we’ve ever had,” and a third stated at length:
“I have great respect for President Carter. He and Ms. Rosalynn sincerely restored my faith in humanity. I’m thankful he’s here. I hope he feels love from the country and the whole world. I am grateful to have been able to read some of his books while he was here.”
A fourth viewer shared, “Jimmy Carter is a hero. His goodness and strength are unmatched!” while the fifth read, “The world would be a better place if we all tried to be more like Jimmy Carter.”
Just before the kind words began to flood Carter, his family released a statement that read:
“President Carter continues to be at home with his family. The family is delighted that her decision last year to enter hospice care has sparked so many family discussions across the country about important matters.”
The Carters’ decision to put the patriarch in a nursing home is good news for Angela Novas, who is the chief medical officer for the American Hospice Foundation.
According to Fox 5 Atlanta, she said, “It’s been great to have the Carters go public. It’s given hospice a new perspective, and it’s raised questions” for viewers to learn more about.
Jimmy Carter’s Wife Dies During Her Hospice Care
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In the months leading up to the anniversary of her first hospice care, Carter suffered a tragedy. As The Blast reports, it began when his family announced that his wife, Rosalynn Carter, had joined him in hospice care.
At the time of the incident, a statement was published in part revealing, “She continues to live happily at home with her husband, enjoying spring on the Plains, [Georgia]and visiting with loved ones.”
The post further stated that the couple spends a lot of time together and with their family while asking for privacy. Additionally, it expressed gratitude on behalf of the Carter family for the “outpouring of love and support.”
Two days after the news, it was announced that Rosalyn had died at the age of 96. According to reports, the former First Lady’s health had deteriorated due to a urinary tract infection that did not respond to antibiotics.
While in hospice care, her husband attended a memorial service held in her honor at Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church at Emory University in northeast Atlanta.
He wrapped himself in a blanket decorated with images of himself and Rosalynn and references to their hometown on the Plains. He also attended her private funeral at their home church, Maranatha Baptist Church, on November 29.
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