Rachael Otto Fundraiser

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Rachael Otto is a New Rockford High School (ND) and a North Dakota State University Bison Women’s basketball player. She played from 1993 to 1998 and was part of two National Championships. She was an athletic guard, a selfless teammate, and a gritty player. Rachael is a model of what an NDSU WBB should be. On Sept. 17th, she was at her lake cabin and suffered a blood clot. This has become a life-changing medical emergency that has altered Rachael and Susan’s life.  After multiple surgeries and  medical procedures, she has been diagnosed with Locked in Syndrome (LIS).  This is a daunting diagnosis. The doctors have shared with Rachael and her family that her recovery and care will be a marathon effort. Rachael is young, a competitor, and an athlete – she will undoubtedly battle every day to reach her best possible outcome.

Patients with LIS require specialized care and rehabilitation, with round-the clock professional caregivers for the remainder of their lives.  Many of these expenses fall outside of healthcare coverage.  This extensive long-term healthcare support, along with the loss of the patient’s income puts a tremendous financial burden on the families of those with LIS.

Give Today ~ All gifts will go directly to support Rachael’s medical and care-giving expenses. Eligible gifts will have 20% added on to your generosity.

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  1. Brent & Lorie Dietrich –

    Rachael and Susan, please know you and your families are in our thoughts as we are praying for your strength and comfort. We are so thankful for this site so we can help support you in this time of need. Rachael, you sound like one strong lady! STAY STRONG! So many people are pulling for you!!

  2. Frank & Linnea Anderson –

    We were just devastated when we heard about Rachael’s condition. Rachael and Susan are two of the most kind and caring people. Please know that we send love, hugs, and prayers to you both and your families.

  3. Nick and Kayla Dietrich –

    We’re just learning about this and it’s a terrible shock. For such a kind, beautiful, healthy soul to experience a trauma like this is just so unfortunate. Rachael has always been so kind and pleasant to us as neighbors. We’ll be praying for her recovery, and her family’s strength as they navigate this challenge.

  4. Amy Longtin –

    Thoughts and prayers keep fighting Rachel! Many prayers to all!!!

  5. Jodi Buzick –

    Sending my thoughts and prayers for Rachael, Susan, and your families.

  6. Karen Mitchell –

    Prayers for you Rachel and your family

  7. Hannah (Linz) Hiltner –

    Keep fighting, Rachael! Sounds like you are one tough gal! I am a fellow Bison Women’s basketball alum who also wore #22, and also fought a tough battle. Know that you have the entire Bison Nation behind you, praying for your recovery. Thinking of you and your family as you navigate through these new roads💗

  8. Jayne Even Gust –

    Love you, Rachael and Susan! Your Bison family is here and will be here for both of you, always. Whatever you need. Prayers lifted in your names! ❤️

  9. Ericka Peterson –

    Thanks for starting this so we can show our support for Rachael and Susan!
    Love you Rach! 💕

  10. Leeanne “Bird” Grosso –

    Praying for you Rachael !! You got this ! And We All Got you ! The prayers will continue !!!

  11. Michele Keogh –

    Rachel, I am there for you!! Praying that you feel some comfort n peace ☮️

  12. Jenny Van Meter –

    My thoughts and prayers for Rachael and her family.

  13. Hawk & Dawn –

    Thanks for setting up this fundraiser so we can help support Rachael’s recovery. Our thoughts and prayers are with Rachael, Susan and their families.

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  1. Brent & Lorie Dietrich –

    Rachael and Susan, please know you and your families are in our thoughts as we are praying for your strength and comfort. We are so thankful for this site so we can help support you in this time of need. Rachael, you sound like one strong lady! STAY STRONG! So many people are pulling for you!!

  2. Frank & Linnea Anderson –

    We were just devastated when we heard about Rachael’s condition. Rachael and Susan are two of the most kind and caring people. Please know that we send love, hugs, and prayers to you both and your families.

  3. Nick and Kayla Dietrich –

    We’re just learning about this and it’s a terrible shock. For such a kind, beautiful, healthy soul to experience a trauma like this is just so unfortunate. Rachael has always been so kind and pleasant to us as neighbors. We’ll be praying for her recovery, and her family’s strength as they navigate this challenge.

  4. Amy Longtin –

    Thoughts and prayers keep fighting Rachel! Many prayers to all!!!

  5. Jodi Buzick –

    Sending my thoughts and prayers for Rachael, Susan, and your families.

  6. Karen Mitchell –

    Prayers for you Rachel and your family

  7. Hannah (Linz) Hiltner –

    Keep fighting, Rachael! Sounds like you are one tough gal! I am a fellow Bison Women’s basketball alum who also wore #22, and also fought a tough battle. Know that you have the entire Bison Nation behind you, praying for your recovery. Thinking of you and your family as you navigate through these new roads💗

  8. Jayne Even Gust –

    Love you, Rachael and Susan! Your Bison family is here and will be here for both of you, always. Whatever you need. Prayers lifted in your names! ❤️

  9. Ericka Peterson –

    Thanks for starting this so we can show our support for Rachael and Susan!
    Love you Rach! 💕

  10. Leeanne “Bird” Grosso –

    Praying for you Rachael !! You got this ! And We All Got you ! The prayers will continue !!!

  11. Michele Keogh –

    Rachel, I am there for you!! Praying that you feel some comfort n peace ☮️

  12. Jenny Van Meter –

    My thoughts and prayers for Rachael and her family.

  13. Hawk & Dawn –

    Thanks for setting up this fundraiser so we can help support Rachael’s recovery. Our thoughts and prayers are with Rachael, Susan and their families.

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