Jimmy Carter and Rosalynn Spend Final Days Together at Home in Good Spirits

Former President Jimmy Carter, the longest-lived U.S. president, is in good spirits three months after entering end-of-life care at home, according to his grandson, Jason Carter. The former president and his wife Rosalynn, now 98 and 95 years old respectively, are spending their time together at home, visiting with family and receiving updates on The Carter Center’s humanitarian work around the world.

“They’re just meeting with family right now, but they’re doing it in the best possible way: the two of them together at home,” Jason Carter said in a brief interview Tuesday. He added that the couple “know that they’re not in charge” and that their 70-plus years together “in that way, it’s as good as it can be.”

Jimmy Carter served as the 39th President of the United States from 1977 to 1981 and is remembered for his commitment to human rights and his efforts to promote peace. After leaving office, he and his wife founded The Carter Center, a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing human rights and alleviating human suffering. The organization has worked in more than 80 countries to promote democracy, combat disease, and improve mental health care, among other initiatives.

The former president has been recognized for his humanitarian work with numerous awards, including the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. He is also the oldest living former U.S. president and the longest-lived president in U.S. history.

Jimmy Carter’s legacy of public service and commitment to human rights will continue to be remembered and celebrated. His grandson’s comments provide a glimpse into the former president’s life in his final days, and serve as a reminder of the importance of spending time with loved ones.