'Bringing Up Bates' Fans Worry About Papa Bill's Condition

Bringing Up Bates star Carlin Bates Stewart recently shared clips from her family’s trip to her grandparents’ house. Members of the Bates family have been paying visits to Papa Bill and Mama Jane over the years. However, some think that the Bates grandparents may need more visits this year due to their age and health. Some Redditors are also worried about Papa Bill’s condition, which appears to be getting worse. Keep reading to see the shocking discovery.

Bringing Up Bates: Carlin Bates Shares Adorable Interaction Of Zade & Grandparents

In an IG Stories post, Carlin shared Zade’s heartwarming moment with his great-grandparents, Mama Jane and Papa Bill. Zade gave flowers to Mama Jane, making her more lively. The Bringing Up Bates star even had some chats with Carlin regarding the Bates Sisters Boutique as it celebrates its 5th birthday.

Mama Jane & Papa Bill From Bringing Up Bates, Sourced From @jane.bates.581730 Instagram

Moments later, Carlin uploaded a sweet photo of Papa Bill holding his great-grandson. But what caught the attention of many was when the ninth Bates child began talking to Papa Bill, who seemingly forgot who they were.

Zade Stewart, Mama Jane, Papa Bill, From Bringing Up Bates, Sourced From @carlinbates98 Instagram

Fans Worry About Papa Bill’s Condition

Some Bringing Up Bates fans on Reddit discussed Carlin’s latest interaction with her grandfather, Papa Bill. According to some, it breaks their hearts to see Papa Bill becoming more forgetful. Others also speculated that he may be suffering from either dementia or Alzheimer’s due to the symptoms he’s showing. However, Lydia confirmed that Papa Bill is indeed suffering from dementia. Another Reddit user also recalled that Papa Bill remembered Carlin and her kids so well a few days ago, before asking who Zade was in their latest bonding time.

“Bill definitely has some form of a mental incapacity. More than likely either dementia or Alzheimer’s. Because 2 days ago he asked again who Zade was and Carlin said “this is Zade. And he’s 2. But your Jane Jane calls him Patrick because that’s his middle name. And this is Layla. My oldest, and she’s 4.” I think he’s getting worse which is why all the grandkids are going to see him at different times because he’s probably not got much left in him.”
“He has dementia. Lydia said it in a video.”
“God that was heartbreaking at the end.”
“I love Momma Jane. I feel for Papa Bill. My Grandma and at least one sister had alzheimer’s. My dad has Parkinsons with Lewy Body Dementia symptoms. Two of his brothers have/had Lewy Body. His younger brother has pretty much no memories and has stopped talking.”

Bringing Up Bates: Alyssa Bates Rushes Off To Help Mama Jane & Papa Bill

This wasn’t the first time fans saw Mama Jane and Papa Bill in a worrying condition. In March, Alyssa rushed to South Carolina with her son, Rhett, to watch over her sick grandparents. The Bringing Up Bates star didn’t exactly share their illness. But many believe that their age is starting to take a toll on their health.

Bill Bates, Jane Bates, Alyssa Bates From Bringing Up Bates, Sourced From @websterforever Instagram

Alyssa Bates Webster was also commended for her efforts, such as cleaning up the entire house of Mama Jane and Papa Bill. She also cooked meals for them and made sure they were back to full strength before going back to her family.

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