Former US President Jimmy Carter, 98 years old, has made the decision to receive hospice care. In a statement released by the Carter Center, it was revealed that Carter will be moving to hospice care after several brief hospital admissions. The decision was made by President Carter himself, who has decided to forego further medical treatment to spend his remaining time at home with his family.
President Carter’s family and caretakers are providing him with unwavering support during this difficult time. The Carter family has requested privacy and expressed gratitude for the compassion shown by the many admirers of President Carter.
A Life of Service and Humanitarian Contributions
President Carter’s health update follows his historic milestone of becoming the longest-serving President of the United States in October. While he held office for only four years, his impact has extended far beyond his presidency.
Since the founding of the Carter Center by President Carter and Rosalynn Carter in 1982, the organization has made significant contributions to humanitarian endeavors both in the United States and around the world. President Carter has dedicated his post-White House life to helping people and addressing important issue
A Legacy of Writing and the Simple American Way of Life
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President Carter’s life after the White House has been marked by extraordinary achievements. He has written an impressive 30 books, with the most recent one released at the remarkable age of 93. President Carter’s commitment to writing has allowed him to share his wisdom and experiences with the world.
In addition to his literary pursuits, President Carter has embraced a simple American way of life that he and Rosalynn have always cherished. Following his presidency, he has dedicated his time to volunteering for Habitat for Humanity, working alongside the organization for one week each year from 2000 until the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. President Carter has also continued to teach Sunday school in his hometown of Plains, Georgia, where he was raised.
A Celebrated Life of Service
President Carter’s post-White House life has now spanned an impressive 41 years and counting. This surpasses Herbert Hoover’s post-presidency time by a decade, exemplifying President Carter’s dedication to making a lasting impact even after leaving office.
As President Carter receives hospice care, his countless contributions and unwavering commitment to helping others will always be remembered. His legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.
