Jimmy Carter’s Grandson Shared an Update on the Former President’s Health Ahead of His 100th Birthday – Details
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter at the funeral service for former U.S. First Lady Rosalynn Carter in Plains, Georgia on November 29, 2023 | Source: Getty Images
Speaking to People magazine at the “Jimmy Carter 100: A Celebration in Song” birthday concert, Jason mentioned that while Jimmy cannot do any physical activities on his own, he is still very much emotionally present and aware.
Jason Carter speaking at the tribute service for the late former First Lady of the U.S. Rosalynn Carter in Atlanta, Georgia on November 28, 2023 | Source: Getty Images
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter at the tribute service for late former U.S. First Lady Rosalynn Carter in Atlanta, Georgia on November 28, 2023 | Source: Getty Images
Additionally, the 39th U.S. President’s grandson made it a point to clarify that while Jimmy is emotionally present, there hasn’t been all that much change regarding his health following several months in hospice care.
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter | Source: Getty Images
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter | Source: Getty Images
Jimmy Carter entered hospice care in February 2023 at the home he and his late wife of 77 years, Rosalynn Carter, built in 1961. In November 2023, she sadly passed away in this same property. She was 96.
Former U.S President Jimmy Carter and former U.S. First Lady Rosalynn Carter spotted in Plains, Georgia on August 4, 2018 | Source: Getty Images
Former U.S President Jimmy Carter and former U.S. First Lady Rosalynn Carter at a game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Cincinnati Bengals in Atlanta, Georgia on September 30, 2018 | Source: Getty Images
In the same Southern Living interview, Jason admitted how difficult it is to truly understand how his grandfather is doing. He even confessed to Jimmy that he avoids the question by telling people he simply doesn’t know. “And he kind of smiled and he said, ‘I don’t know, myself,'” disclosed Jason.
Jason Carter and Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter. | Source: Getty Images
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter | Source: Getty Images
Regarding the decision for Jimmy to receive care at his estate and hometown, Jason explained, “[Plains] is the place that has given him the greatest support and it is the only place where he would go through this part of his life […] it is a fundamental part of […] who he has been for his whole life. There is no other place in the world that he would be at peace other than Plains.”
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter photographed having dinner at a friend’s house in Plains, Georgia on August 4, 2018 | Source: Getty Images
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter | Source: Getty Images
As mentioned previously, Jason’s most recent updates about his grandfather, which he shared with People, came amid Jimmy’s centennial birthday celebration, which took place on September 17 at Atlanta’s historic Fox Theatre.
Former U.S President Jimmy Carter being taken to watch the military flyover near his home in Plains, Georgia, in celebration of his birthday, dated October 1, 2024 | Source: Youtube/CBS TEXAS
Other events, such as a military flyover, were also scheduled around the area for his birthday. Meanwhile, in a separate interview with The Georgia Vote conducted much closer to Jimmy’s birthday, the 49-year-old lawyer shared additional insights into his grandfather’s life and legacy.
Former U.S President Jimmy Carter and family watching the military flyover near his home in Plains, Georgia, in celebration of his birthday, dated October 1, 2024 | Source: Youtube/CBS TEXAS
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, his wife Rosalyn, and their grandson Jason planting a tree in Denver in 2008 | Source: Getty Images
Thomas Clyde Carter, Jason Carter, and Henry Lewis Carter attend Jimmy Carter 100: A Celebration in Song at The Fox Theatre on September 17, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia | Source: Getty Images
Additionally, he expressed gratitude for the extended time his children, aged 18 and 15, have had to form lasting bonds with their great-grandfather, a privilege not everyone has, especially at his age.
