Key takeaways:
- The Carter family released a statement through the Carter Center announcing that Rosalynn Carter has been diagnosed with dementia.
- The statement emphasized Rosalynn’s advocacy for expanded mental health access and decreased stigma surrounding mental health issues.
- The Carter family has asked for privacy during this difficult time as Jimmy Carter is receiving hospice care at their home in Plains.
The small town of Plains, Georgia is preparing to say goodbye to its most famous resident, former President Jimmy Carter. On Tuesday, the Carter family released a statement through the Carter Center announcing that Rosalynn Carter, the former first lady and Jimmy Carter’s wife of 73 years, has been diagnosed with dementia.
The statement from the Carter Center emphasized Rosalynn’s advocacy for expanded mental health access and decreased stigma surrounding mental health issues. It also noted that Rosalynn continues to live happily at home with her husband, enjoying spring in Plains and visits with loved ones.
The announcement comes as Jimmy Carter is receiving hospice care at their home in Plains. The Carter Center noted that one in 10 older Americans have dementia, a condition that affects overall mental health.
The Carter family has asked for privacy during this difficult time. The town of Plains is preparing to say goodbye to its most famous resident, and the nation is sending its best wishes to the Carters.
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