Breaking News: Former President Jimmy Carter, 98, Makes Brave Decision to Opt for Hospice Care - Here's What You Need to Know Tony Kelner Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter admitted to hospice care at home in Georgia Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter admitted to hospice care at home in Georgia. Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter has been admitted to hospice care at his home in Georgia. The announcement was made on Friday, February 18th, by a spokesperson for the Carter Center. The statement read, “We ask that everyone please keep President Carter and his family in their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.” Jimmy Carter, who is now 98 years old, served as the 39th President of the United States from 1977 to 1981. After leaving office, he remained active in public life and worked on various humanitarian causes through his Carter Center, including promoting democracy and human rights, combating disease, and working to resolve conflicts around the world. Carter's heal...