Rosalynn Carter, former first lady, dies at age 96
The Carter Center said she died "peacefully, with family by her side" on Sunday, Nov. 19, at her home in Plains, Georgia.
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The Carter Center said she died "peacefully, with family by her side" on Sunday, Nov. 19, at her home in Plains, Georgia.
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter, who has dementia, is entering home hospice care like her husband, The Carter Center said.
The Carter family announced in May that the former first lady has been diagnosed with dementia. Rosalynn is 96 years old.
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter's dementia diagnosis was announced as former President Jimmy Carter continues to receive hospice care.
The former president made the decision after a series of short hospital stays, the Carter Center said in a statement.
Carter is the oldest living U.S president.
