According to a statement from the Carter Center, former First Lady Rosalynn Carter passed away at her home in Plains Georgia on November 19.
Former President Jimmy Carter said: “Rosalynn is the person who has accompanied me in every job I have ever completed. She was by my side and encouraged me when needed. When Rosalynn was still alive, I always knew someone loved and supported me.”
Mrs. Rosalynn lost her memory in May and her family decided to care for her at home during her final days. At that time, former President Carter was also receiving care at home since February after many treatments at the hospital.
During her time as First Lady of the United States, Rosalynn made unremitting efforts. leave to promote mental health care and support women’s rights.
Rosalynn Carter’s most lasting personal legacy is her efforts to reduce stigma against people with mental illness. mental illness and the fight for equality and access to mental health treatment. She also dedicates her time to the Rosalynn Carter Care Institute at her alma mater Georgia Southwestern State University to help those with the condition. disability and illness.
After leaving the White House, former President Carter and his wife continued to travel around the world to do volunteer activities. In 2002, Mr. Carter won the Nobel Peace Prize.
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