Rosalynn Carter, former first lady and advocate for public health, celebrated her 96th birthday at her home in Plains, Georgia. Despite facing challenges with dementia, she continues to live in the same small town where she and her husband, former President Jimmy Carter, were born and married. The couple’s family joined them for a quiet celebration, enjoying cupcakes and peanut butter ice cream, a nod to their background as Georgia peanut farmers.
As part of the celebration, Rosalynn released butterflies in their garden, a cherished childhood memory. Family and friends also participated in butterfly releases in Plains, including at the public garden near Rosalynn’s birthplace. In addition, the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers hosted a screening of a new film called “Unconditional,” highlighting the struggles of caregivers for sick, aging, and disabled loved ones.
Rosalynn Carter has long been an advocate for a comprehensive American healthcare system that recognizes the importance of mental health and caregivers. She has consistently pushed for the establishment of an office within the Department of Health and Human Services dedicated to advocating for caregivers. This office develops programs to support caregivers and analyzes public policy through the lens of those caring for loved ones.
The attention to caregiving has increased as both Rosalynn and Jimmy Carter face declining health. Earlier this year, it was announced that Jimmy Carter would receive end-of-life care at home, and in May, it was revealed that Rosalynn has dementia. Despite their conditions, the couple’s children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren have been a constant presence in their lives. They have even attended local events, such as the Plains’ Independence Day fireworks display.
Rosalynn’s belief that everyone will either be a caregiver or need a caregiver holds true in their own lives. She is the second-oldest presidential spouse in U.S. history, and Jimmy Carter is the longest-lived president. In July, they celebrated their 77th wedding anniversary, making them the longest-married first couple.
Overall, Rosalynn Carter’s birthday celebration serves as a reminder of her enduring advocacy for public health and caregiving, making a significant impact on the nation’s social and economic well-being.
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