From Attack Survivor to Paralympian: Tracy Otto and Ricky Riessle on Advocacy and Navigating the Healthcare System

Today, Chuck is honored to introduce a couple who define devotion as they overcome insurmountable odds. Join us to experience daily life for Tracy Otto—Paralympic archer, disability advocate, and survivor of a horrific domestic violence assault —and her partner Ricky Riessle, her full-time caregiver, fellow survivor, and co-parent to their nine-month-old daughter, Rylee. Together, they join us to muse over the realities of navigating disability, complex care needs, and the systems that shape their everyday routines (and throw roadblocks along theway).From the challenges of rehabilitation to advocating for better access to medical supplies, Tracy and Ricky’s story highlights both the struggles and triumphs of living with a disability in a system that can often make care difficult to obtain. Along the way, Tracy reinvented herself as a Paralympic archer, representing the United States on the world stage and inspiring others to pursue their goals regardless of the obstacles.Tracy and Ricky discuss the realities of managing care, working with healthcare providers, and advocating for change. Thisconversation is a powerful look at Tracy and Ricky’s resilience, partnership, and determination that have transformed adversity into opportunity—both in sports and in life.Follow Tracy at: Instagram: @Tracy_OttoFacebook: @tracyotto95Tiktok: @tracyottoSupport Tracy’s Paralympic Journey:👉 https://www.spotfund.com/story/5bf6d088-c89a-47ab-8caf-036cf2b3d7a3?value=ottoLearn More About Tracy & RickyNBC News feature:👉 https://www.nbcnews.com/nightly-news/video/paralympian-soars-in-archery-overcoming-life-changing-attack-217793605954Team USA profile:👉 https://www.teamusa.com/profiles/tracy-ottoLearn more about Ibis Healthcare👉 https://ibishealthcare.org/