Jimmy Carter, 98, opts for hospice care after string of hospital visits

Former president plans to spend his remaining time at home with his family' and has their support, statement says

Jimmy Carter has decided to spend his remaining time at home" in hospice care after a series of short hospital stays, the 98-year-old former president's family said in a statement on Saturday.

The statement, issued by the Carter Center, said the ex-president's choice had the full of support of his family and his medical team". It also said the family asks for privacy during this time and is grateful for the concern shown by his admirers".