Jimmy Carter sent home for hospice care, declines further treatment.

[RandySF]

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[NewHendoLib]

1. .

[Jim__]

2. Sorry to hear this.

[Lovie777]

3. Prayers..............

[2naSalit]

4. Oh dear!

He's in hospice care at home.

[keopeli]

5. Nooooo! My prayers with this American Hero and Moral Leader as well as his

family, friends, and our nation as we all go through this difficult time together.

[bluestarone]

6. So sad to hear this

[hlthe2b]

7. I knew it was coming, but I am devastated all the same.

It would likely be a kindness for his beloved Rosalynn if she were to pass with him.

Two who served and served well.

[ItsjustMe]

8. He is a good man

I wish he could live forever.

[Docreed2003]

9. ...

[Ocelot II]

10. I'm sorry to hear this.

Given his age it's not unexpected, but still...

He's a good man and he will be missed.

[former9thward]

11. He has lived a long and interesting life.

We can all strive for the same.

[tritsofme]

12. So sad to hear. A literal giant.

[Stinky The Clown]

13. I wish him peace. I wish his family the same.

I am not religious, but I know he is. I am certain that will sustain him and his family.

Cross gently Jimmy.

[peppertree]

24. +1

[liberalla]

105. Wonderful, sweet photo! This is heartbreaking... I wanted this man to live forever!

Thank you...

[peppertree]

117. You're welcome

I, too, was hoping he'd make it to 100 - our first centenarian president.

But 98 ain't easy (I can only imagine).

[markie]

14. ...

I hope for his remaining days to be peaceful and filled with Love!

[sarchasm]

15. ❤️

[MN2theMax]

16. Very sad

Such a good, good man.

😢

[gldstwmn]

17. Ugh. This moved me to tears. We were lucky to have him for as long as we did.

[chillfactor]

18. I am so sorry to hear this.

It makes me so sad.

[lpbk2713]

19. Aw crap, bad news.

President's Day is Monday. If he absolutely must go I would hope he can hold out till then.

I wish strength and support for the former First Lady and the Carter Family.

[haele]

20. A good, long life, especially for a US president.

I'll be sorry to see him go (he was the first president I voted for, when he was running against Reagan), but hospice at home when he's still conscious is so much better emotionally for all involved than a hospital room.
Yes, that's my opinion.

Fair Winds and Following Seas, Sir. You will be missed.

Haele

[FalloutShelter]

21. A grateful country thanks you, President Jimmy Carter.

May flights of angels wing thee to thy rest.

[rogue emissary]

22. Thank goodness Biden and Harris are in the White House.

I know Carter wouldn't care about the pomp, but I hate to think what TFG would do and Carter should be honored.

[murielm99]

136. Biden and Harris will do it right.

TFG might not even show up. So many good things were curtailed during his time in the White House.

[In It to Win It]

23. oh no ☹️

[blogslug]

25. Now cracks a noble heart

❤️

[VGNonly]

26. Hail to the Chief

The President, an Officer and the truest Gentleman.

[Paper Roses]

45. Well said. This is sad news. He will be missed when the time comes. n/t

[Warpy]

27. He will be missed

He was probably the greatest former president this country has ever seen, or will see for a very long time.

He's just had enough. It's time to go and hospice will make sure he's able to enjoy what time he has left in his own home with his wife and kids around him.

[love_katz]

28. Weeping for our impending loss of a great and good man.

[Liberal In Red State]

29. Good man, great heart . . . Lead a life of service and faith . . . He will be missed.😢

[twodogsbarking]

30. He defines what being a good person is.

[Duppers]

55. +100

TY.

[judesedit]

31. I am very sad. Habitat for Humanity has helped many people

Jimmy talked the talk and walked the walk. The angels probably need him up there. Bless them both.

[onecaliberal]

32. :

[Joinfortmill]

33. I always liked him... I was working at an upscale restaurant during the NH primaries...True story

I was a waitress at the hotel/restaurant the national reporters were staying at. A group of four sat at my table and ordered drinks. They likely had been at it for awhile. One reporter, who shall remain nameless, didn't like his martini and rudely sent it back. When I returned with the new drink, I set it down gently before him and said sweetly, "Here you go, Mr. Rather.' The other three roared with laughter. He wasn't Dan Rather. They didn't leave me a tip, but it was worth it.

[diehardblue]

34. 💕

[Ohio Joe]

35. Oh my...

[tblue37]

36. Such a good man.

[Kablooie]

37. 98 years old. Sad but he had an amazing run.

[gopiscrap]

38. prayers for all involved

[yardwork]

39. A role model to the end.

[irisblue]

40. A man of honor is passing on. 🕯️

[roamer65]

41. A man of peace.

May you cross gently, Mr President.

[Aviation Pro]

42. A giant of a man

....

[Aristus]

43. NO!

No, no, no, no, no, no, no!

NO!

Not him. Not Jimmy Carter! The best of us. The man too good for the Presidency. America's greatest statesman since the early days of the United States. No.

No, no, no, no, no, no.

I know he's led a long fulfilling life of charity, grace, love, and humanity.

But not now.

Not now.

No, no, no, no, no, no.

[RandySF]

46. The good are always first to go, it seems.

[Aristus]

48. ...

[Tanuki]

63. The Guinea worms went first.

Most of them, anyway; millions of them, thanks to Jimmy Carter.

https://www.cartercenter.org/health/guinea_worm/case-totals.html

"...When The Carter Center began leading the international campaign to eradicate Guinea worm disease in 1986, there were an estimated 3.5 million cases in at least 21 countries in Africa and Asia. Today, that number has been reduced by more than 99.99 percent.

Jan. 1 – Dec. 31, 2022
Human Case Total:
13* "....

[Tom Rinaldo]

135. He has been the exception to that, our longest living president...

...but with Jimmy Carter 98 years is not long enough I rarely use this smilie, but I am proud to use it here:

[RandySF]

139. It's just that I would like to see some other people go first.

[bobnicewander]

44. Love

Love, love.

[JohnnyRingo]

47. The classiest president in my lifetime.

He never asked for more than he needed and gave all he had. Right to the end.

Good bye President Carter sir.

[senseandsensibility]

119. Exactly.

I am finding it hard to put what I feel into words. Thank you for doing it for me.

[liberal N proud]

49. Sad nes

[Jack-o-Lantern]

50. God bless you Jimmy Carter...

And like Lincoln he will be revered throughout the ages.

[walkingman]

51. My favorite President who has set a high standard for all future Presidents.

[COL Mustard]

52. Sad news, but not unexpected

[Marthe48]

53. Maybe staying home will give him a second wind

and he'll keep going awhile longer.

Prayers.

[catrose]

58. It could. My father was fired from hospice at least twice.

I’m hoping for a long peaceful time for the Carters.

[Marthe48]

59. I heard you could get off it

so, we can hope. It'll be up to President Carter, if he wants to keep going, or just go on to the next chapter.

[jeffreyi]

77. Thanks for saying this.

Hospice does not necessarily mean immanent demise. He might be with us for quite a while, or not. In any case, peace to him and his family, and easy crossings, when the time comes. And the same for all of us!

[summer_in_TX]

131. Right, my dad's heart doctor said that a typical

length of life after entering hospice is around six months. That was in September, and Dad is still with us and with the help of hospice care his health is more stable.

His heart is past recovery, but he still enjoys life now that he doesn't feel as bad as he did before hospice began. Dad's 96.

But for my mother who had first had a stroke, then a heart attack caused by a-fib, she had less than three days in hospice care before she passed.

Whether Jimmy Carter's remaining days are very few or a bit longer, I hope they are ones filled with love, hope, and peace.

[Botany]

54. A life well lived. May love, family, and friends surround you now. You and Rosalynn have touched..

... the world with grace and love. It is one thing to talk the talk but something else to walk the walk.

There were millions of cases of Guinea Worm Disease and now less then 13.
Well done Jimmy & and the Carter Center.


Guinea Worm Eradication Program

Jan. 24, 2023 | Guinea Worm Disease Reaches All-Time Low: Only 13* Human Cases Reported in 2022 »

Request for Pre-proposals

The Carter Center's Guinea Worm Eradication Program is requesting pre-proposals. Read the requirements »
Our Goal

Since 1986, The Carter Center has led the international campaign to eradicate Guinea worm disease, working closely with ministries of health and local communities, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the World Health Organization, UNICEF, and many others.

https://www.cartercenter.org/health/guinea_worm/index.html

Guinea worm disease could become the second human disease in history, after smallpox, to be eradicated. It would be the first parasitic disease to be eradicated and the first disease to be eradicated without the use of a vaccine or medicine.

[Hekate]

56. 🌺. A great man choosing his own path out. May he cross gently, with our gratitude. 💔

💔.

[3auld6phart]

57. Really sorry to hear of this

He is a good man.

[malaise]

60. Carter is a great man

who has always walked the walk. He has lived a great life in service to humanity.
Thank you Jimmy Carter. I wish you and your family peace at this time.
You are an example to humanity.
.

[Tanuki]

61. With Joe Biden in the Oval Office:

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[smb]

64. I'm Glad He Lived Long Enough To See Biden In The White House...

...and to avoid having his funeral presided over by the previous guy (a human Guinea worm who is not fit to shine his shoes).

[Niagara]

79. +1000

Thank you for sharing this photo!

[crickets]

129. 💙💙

[calimary]

138. What a great shot.

Our side is the one with the honorable men.

[Jakes Progress]

62. The world will be something less with his passing.

[Tommymac]

137. His life's work made the World a less hurtful place.

I do agree whole heartedly with your sentiment.

[StarryNite]

65. Oh nooo

He walked the walk and for that he was treated like crap by the right wing nutters.

[SunSeeker]

85. Republicans made him give up his beloved peanut farm before taking office!

Meanwhile, Trump gifted the shit out of his position, collecting money from foreign governments, especially the Trump hotel in the old post office building that should not have been even leased to him, but not a peep from Republicans.

[Ms. Toad]

97. Republicans did not MAKE him give it up.

He is an honorable man, who voluntarily put it into a blind trust to avoid the appearance of impropriety. (Not ony that, but it was not sold until after he left office.)

The difference between him and Trump was not what political opponents forced (or didn't force) either to do, but the character of the men involved.

[SunSeeker]

115. Transfering his interest to a blind trust is selling.

When we transferred our house to a family trust, the deed had to be charged from our name to the name of the trust.

Carter sold all his stock and transferred his interest in the farm to a blind trust he had no control over, unlike the trust Trump set up.

And yes, he wasn't made to do it in the sense that he was ordered by a court to do that, he felt compelled to do it to avoid any appearance of impropriety, because Republicans were already squealing about supposed conflicts of interest before he even won election. Then the GOP investigated for 6 months anyway.

But not a peep from the GOP about Trumps brazen conflicts of interest.

[Ms. Toad]

125. Not all title changes are sales.

A trust has a lot of purposes. It is a way of parceling out different interests in the property, and of providing continuity of legal title even when the owners of the beneficial interest die. My parents' farmland is all in trust - they are the sole beneficiaries, and have full control of the property (they are both trustees and beneficiaries). Having property in the trust, for them, is benecial because it eliminates the need for a probate in a different state when they die. That is likely similar to yoru family trust.

The Carters' use of a trust is different - they did it for purposes of transferring the managerial control, but not the equitable interest in the property.

But neither of those are the same as selling. Selling transfers both the legal and equitable interests to another party (in exchange for a payment).

[debm55]

66. He was the first President I voted for. I admired him then and I will always admire him.

[Buckeyeblue]

67. Carter was a President ahead of his time.

And he's been by far the greatest former president in our nation's history. He's lived a long wonderful life and has the faculties to manage is own end of life. May we all be so fortunate.

[Rebl2]

68. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[mobeau69]

69. Rest peacefully, Jimmy.

[Texaswitchy]

70. I voted for him.

He put solar on the roof of the White House.

My Mother was on hospice care for Parkinsons.

She didn't die right away.

Hospice care so she has better care.

A air bed and nurses came to take care of her.

A bed bath in place of a shower.

She lived for about a year.

[bahboo]

71. my second vote for president...

and third of course. He led an exceptional life...

[DFW]

80. Same with me.

My first that won. The first time didn't turn out so well, although it was expected.

[bahboo]

84. yes...that first vote....

I was a college student and a poll watcher for that one. Not unexpectedly, I caught the repubs cheating. Back in 1972...the more things change...

[DFW]

87. Nixon xheated to get in the first time

He didn't need to the second time, but I guess it was just force of habit by then.

[ShazzieB]

101. Mine, too.

1972 was such a disappointment!

[rubbersole]

72. Heartbreaking news...

..President Carter was the last President that based the foreign policy of the United States on the human rights record of the country he/we were dealing with. Then we had Iran-Contra with the B-actor that slithered into his office.

[LetMyPeopleVote]

73. President Carter is a truly great man

Link to tweet

[kskiska]

74. It's good that his funeral will be held under the Biden Administration

avoiding the possibility of unwanted guests.

[Takket]

75. A great man... he will be missed.........

[FakeNoose]

76. Prayers for a safe and peaceful journey

Thank You Dear President Jimmy Carter! You will not be forgotten.

[wnylib]

78. He's been with us for so long that it seemed like

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he would be here forever.

But after 98 years of being a good role model for humanity and of giving service to everyone around him, he can let go now with honor and peace of mind.

How difficult for Rosalynn now after so many years together.

A man to remember.

[Niagara]

81. This is unfortunates to read.

Cross gently, Deacon.








Deacon was one of his Secret Service code names.

[thatcrowwoman]

82. One of the finest men to ever walk this planet

My father, of blessed memory, had hospice care at home with my mom, now also of blessed memory. My sisters and I took turns staying with them, so at least one of us was always there. He had the best of care and we had a year of grace with him before he died. He died peacefully, holding my mom’s hand, watching his beloved Badgers playing football. I treasure every moment our family had together.

President Carter has his faith, his family, and the love and respect of millions to comfort him as he makes this transition on his way home to glory over Jordan. Angels watch over him, his family, and all who love him.
🕊thatcrowwoman

[GGoss]

83. First President I Ever Voted For

Bless you Jimmy

[chowder66]

86. This is very sad news indeed.

[Irishxs]

88. Carter not "sent home".

I don’t believe Mr. Carter was “sent home” to hospice care. He chose this. Big differencer.

[iluvtennis]

89. Pass on peacefully President Jimmy Carter. We thank you for all you did for those in need. Your

legacy will be everlasting.

[Oneironaut]

90. This is going to be gutting.

[cherish44]

92. He was the first president I have any actually memories of

I'm on the older end of Gen X. I remember seeing Nixon resign and crying "Why don't they just give him another chance!?" because he looked so sad.

I think I was 9 when Carter was elected. I was sad for Gerald Ford because he reminded me of my Grandpa. But I grew to love Jimmy Carter because he was a peanut farmer and he had a daughter my age.

I was sad when Carter lost because he was so gentle and kind. I never liked Reagan. By then I was 13 and knew a bastard when I saw one.

[electric_blue68]

93. Sigh. May your days befilled with love, and beautiful memories, President Carter. Strength to your..

tour family, and friends.

[countryken]

94. Great role model for us all

This is sad, but he should be celebrated.

[Texasgal]

95. Awww, man..

What a beautiful human being.

[sdfernando]

96. This is heartbreaking but not unexpected

I am not a religious person but to me Jimmy Carter is the most Christ like person ever to sit as President. I hope his remaining days are free of pain and filled with love and joy.

[Ms. Toad]

99. Seven years older than my parents are now -

and three years younger than my father's mother when she died.

Age sneaks up on you. My parents are actively planning for when they will no longer be around, and my grandmother was ready to go when she died. At this age, the pain and angst belong not to those leaving, but to those left behind.

[SleeplessinSoCal]

100. What a Life!

Bravo President Carter. Many a job well done.

[Raine]

102. Aw gee 💔😪 nt

[Butterflylady]

103. This news is heartbreaking.....

One of the finest human beings to have as a president.

[Tommy Carcetti]

104. My father's personal hero.

Long before President Carter started getting rightful accolades for his humanitarian work and most people just viewed him as a failed one-term President. He always talked about his humility and ability to do right and good and be truthful even when it wasn’t convenient.

Luckily my dad got to meet him several years ago at one of his Sunday School sessions.

Couldn’t think of a better hero to extol virtues for your own kids.

[Historic NY]

106. I will remember him this Presidents Days as one of the finest men to occupy the office

of President of the United States....and as just plain citizen Jimmy Carter.

[DemUnleashed]

107. Awwww!!!

😩😥😭 President Carter is an absolute gem of a human being!!!

[roamer65]

108. The world is going to be a colder, darker place without him.

[BidenRocks]

109. Come on Fux

Show us what scum you are by insulting Pres. Carter.

[PurgedVoter]

110. Crying.

A great man who was actually a great man.

[sinkingfeeling]

111. A really good man. His maker will welcome him with open arms.

[Uncle Joe]

112. Thank you for your service and devotion to human rights President Carter

Thanks for the thread RandySF

[PlutosHeart]

113. Loudest by leading by example.

Good man.

[BigmanPigman]

114. The first POTUS I ever voted for.

He has self respect, honesty, love of people, sincerity, etc. A wonderful human being. "Only the good die young" does not apply to him.

[ShazzieB]

116. As shocking as this news is, I am not devastated.

Saddened but not devastated. If this news was that he had passed suddenly, without any warning, that would have been a gut punch, to me anyway. This is more of a gentle reminder that a very old man is nearing the end of a life filled with kindness, love, and humanitarian service.

He's still with us for a while yet, and we have some time to prepare ourselves for the inevitable. Saying goodbye to him when the time comes will be incredibly hard, but we don't have to do it quite yet. In the meantime, let us celebrate this life that has been so long and so well-lived, and wish for him a peaceful departure.

[mvd]

118. A wonderful person and very underrated President

I was born the year before he took office. He will be missed.

[Goonch]

120. 👇👇👇

[Rhiannon12866]

124. I have his autobiography - on audio, read by the author

I've listened to it so many times and he truly has led a fascinating life. I recommend it highly.

[kentuck]

121. There will be a great spiritual vacuum when Jimmy passes...

He is the nearest person to a saint that we have ever had.

[Rhiannon12866]

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123. I was at a local brewery this afternoon - celebrating an 11 mile run when I read this.

I'm sure it was a combination of fatigue, a beer, and sadness but it really hit me hard.

Here's a good, good man who's been vilified since Day One by assholes. And they'll get their last licks in over the next few weeks. We were lucky to have him has President and luckier to have watched after he left office.

It's a shame the hateful pricks won't learn from him.

[Roy Rolling]

126. Taught Obama Everything he knew 😂

Just joking. Obama was the greatest president of my lifetime, Jimmy Carter was the best. He’s just not a good, he’s the best.

The U.S. is fortunate to be led by two great men like these.

And not to slight Joe Biden, but he’s only had two years of presidential greatness so far. Give him time. 😂😂

[Backseat Driver]

127. My folks and brother both passed in a hospice facility.

Our President has made the best choice there is - his remaining time at home with his family near and dear. God bless you all in this most difficult time. We have witnessed the best of humanity in this man. I hoped he'd have a gentle passing--(with leaky eyes), just not yet!

[crickets]

128. One of our best, an incredible man who has lived a long life

and managed to do more wonderful things for others than many could dream of doing. I am proud that he was my first vote ever for president. He will be sorely missed, all over the world. I wish him all the ease and comfort for the rest of the days we have him with us.

Oh, this one is going to hurt so much...

[Crunchy Frog]

130. I wish him a peaceful passage.

One of the few truly good and decent people to hold that office.

[Jarqui]

132. Sad news. We've been so blessed by his tremendous service.

One of my all time favorite human beings,

[LittleGirl]

133. He was my first Presidential vote

I'm so sad. Unfortunately, he lost that election. I was so upset that Reagan won. And look at us now.
tears.

[gademocrat7]

134. Heartbreaking news

President Carter has lived a life of service to others. He has walked in grace all of his life. I have attended his Sunday School class and have been inspired by him to help others who need comfort.
His legacy of faith and compassion will live on.