Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, known for his lifelong dedication to public service and humanitarian efforts, has decided to enter hospice care after a series of health challenges. At 98 years old, Carter, who served as the 39th president from 1977 to 1981, has faced a number of medical issues in recent years, leading to multiple brief hospitalizations.
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Carter’s transition to hospice care marks a significant moment in his life. Hospice care is typically chosen when a patient decides to prioritize comfort and quality of life over aggressive medical treatments. This care is provided at home, where Carter will be surrounded by his loved ones. It is a path that allows him to remain in a familiar environment, receiving supportive care that focuses on pain relief, emotional support, and maintaining dignity in his final days.
The Carter Center, the nonprofit organization he founded with his wife, Rosalynn, in 1982, released a statement detailing his decision. The statement expressed that Carter has chosen to spend his remaining time at home, reflecting his deep connection to family and his desire for a peaceful conclusion to a remarkable life. The Center also emphasized that this decision follows a thoughtful consideration of his health and personal wishes.
Carter’s legacy is one of tireless service, not only during his presidency but also in the decades that followed. He has been a champion of human rights, conflict resolution, and disease eradication, earning a Nobel Peace Prize in 2002 for his efforts. His decision to enter hospice care is consistent with the grace and humility he has shown throughout his life, facing this final chapter with the same quiet strength that has characterized his many years of service to the nation and the world.