Jason Carter, the grandson of former President Jimmy Carter, recently shared insights into his grandfather’s health during a mental health forum at the Carter Center. This event was held in memory of his late grandmother, Rosalynn Carter.
Current Health Status
“My grandfather is doing alright,” Jason stated, as reported by CNN. He noted that President Carter has been receiving hospice care for nearly a year and a half and appears to be approaching the final stages of life. “There’s an aspect of this faith journey that holds great significance for him,” he added. “It’s something you can only truly experience towards the end.”
Jimmy Carter made history as the oldest living president after surpassing George H.W. Bush’s age following Bush’s passing in 2018 at 94 years old.
Health Challenges Faced
Throughout his life, Jimmy Carter has faced numerous health issues including metastatic brain cancer and liver cancer, along with undergoing brain surgery after a fall in 2019. He transitioned to hospice care in February 2023 after several hospital stays but made a rare public appearance at his wife’s memorial service last November.
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Reflecting on Loss
Reflecting on their family’s recent loss, Jason remarked about how challenging it was for everyone involved, especially for his grandfather. “The immense love and support we received from people here and around the world meant so much to us,” he said. “It transformed our grieving process into something celebratory.”
