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Rosalynn Carter, former first lady of the United States, dies at 96 years of age
The Carter Center has announced that former first lady of the United States, Rosalynn Carter has passed away at the age of 96.
The Carter Center announced that former U.S. First Lady Rosalynn Carter had passed away at the age of 96 after being in hospice care for a few days.
“Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, a passionate champion of mental health, caregiving, and women’s rights, passed away Sunday, Nov. 19, at 2:10 p.m. at her home in Plains, Georgia, at the age of 96. She died peacefully, with family by her side,” reads a statement released by the Carter Center.
The center also shared the words of former President Carter, who described his late was as his “equal partner in everything I ever accomplished.”
She gave me wise guidance and encouragement when I needed it. As long as Rosalynn was in the world, I always knew somebody loved and supported me.
Last February, the Carter Center announced that former US President Jimmy Carter would begin receiving palliative care.
“After a series of short hospital stays, former US President Jimmy Carter today decided to spend his remaining time at home with his family and receive hospice care instead of additional medical intervention,” said the center. An update on his prognosis has not been provided. The former US head of state celebrated his 99th birthday in October, with Rosalynn celebrating her 96th back in August.
Rosalynn Carter, diagnosed with dementia
In May, the Carter Center reported that the former first lady of the United States had been diagnosed with dementia. After her diagnosis, those close to Mrs. Carter said that “she continues to live happily at home with her husband, enjoying spring in Plains and visits with loved ones.”
The Center also talked about the stigma of talking about mental health. “We hope that sharing our family news will increase important conversations on dinner tables and in doctors’ offices across the country,” noted the organization. The statement also asked for privacy for the former first family as they began to navigate the diagnosis.