Rosalynn Carter, the influential first lady who dedicated her life to advocating for mental health, passed away at the age of 96. Her commitment to raising awareness and reducing the stigma surrounding mental health issues made a lasting impact on countless individuals and communities.
Throughout her time as first lady, Rosalynn Carter worked tirelessly to promote mental health policies and improve access to mental health care. Her efforts led to the creation of the President’s Commission on Mental Health, which focused on addressing the needs of individuals with mental illnesses. She also played a key role in the passage of the Mental Health Systems Act, a groundbreaking legislation that aimed to transform the mental health care system in the United States.
Rosalynn Carter’s legacy extends far beyond her time in the White House. Through The Carter Center, the organization she founded with her husband, former President Jimmy Carter, she continued to champion mental health causes and advocate for the rights of those with mental illnesses worldwide.
Her passing is a great loss to the mental health community and the nation as a whole. Rosalynn Carter’s memory will live on through the ongoing work and progress made in the field of mental health, inspired by her unwavering dedication and compassion.
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Rosalynn Carter, Mental Health Champion, Passes Away at 96
Rosalynn Carter’s Commitment to Mental Health Advocacy Leaves a Lasting Legacy
First Lady Rosalynn Carter’s Impact on Mental Health Policies and Access to Care
Rosalynn Carter’s Contributions to Transforming the Mental Health Care System
The Carter Center: Continuing the Fight for Mental Health Rights
A Great Loss: Remembering Rosalynn Carter’s Dedication and Compassion
Honoring Rosalynn Carter’s Memory Through Ongoing Mental Health Progress
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Rosalynn Carter, first lady who championed mental health, has died at 96 – The Washington Post https://t.co/XqOlA8Ojsr
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