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health3 years ago•1 min saved

Rosalynn Carter, Former First Lady, Diagnosed with Dementia

Former first lady Rosalynn Carter, 95, has been diagnosed with dementia, according to a statement from The Carter Center. The announcement was made to decrease stigma around the disease and encourage important conversations about mental health. Carter's husband, former President Jimmy Carter, has been receiving hospice care since February. The couple founded The Carter Center in 1982, which has become a noted international humanitarian force focused on public health and human rights.

via ABC News|

#dementia #health #jimmy-carter

human-interest3 years ago•4 min saved

Jimmy Carter Finds Comfort in Hospice Tributes and Ice Cream.

Former President Jimmy Carter, who entered hospice care three months ago, remains in good spirits as he spends time with family, follows public discussion of his legacy, and receives updates on The Carter Center's humanitarian work. He is also enjoying regular servings of peanut butter ice cream. The hospice care announcement prompted ongoing tributes and media attention on his presidency and global humanitarian work. Despite his age and health condition, Carter's legacy continues to inspire and impact people around the world.

via NBC News|

#hospice-care #human-interest #ice-cream

human-interest3 years ago•4 min saved

Jimmy Carter finds joy in tributes and ice cream during hospice.

Former President Jimmy Carter, who entered hospice care three months ago, remains in good spirits and is enjoying regular servings of ice cream while visiting with family and following public discussion of his legacy. He also receives updates on The Carter Center's humanitarian work around the world. Despite being in hospice care, Carter's grandson says he and his wife are doing well and their faith is grounding them in this moment.

via The Associated Press|

#hospice-care #human-interest #ice-cream