Robert Barbieri

Hey everyone, I’m Robby Barbieri, I’m 32 and I’m a resident of Nashville, Tennessee. On February 7, 2022, my life took an unexpected turn when I sustained a C4/C5 incomplete spinal cord injury in a car accident. This injury has significantly limited my motor function below the shoulders, but it has not limited my spirit, determination, or hope.

Before my injury, I was working within the healthcare industry and enjoying hobbies such as golf, guitar, sports and other outdoor activities with my wife and our big golden-doodle, Rory. Today, I am on a path of recovery and rehabilitation, attending physical therapy sessions four times a week at Vanderbilt and at a private center, doing water therapy, FES cycling and doing whatever it takes to restore motor function. Despite the challenges, I remain results-oriented and motivated, with a goal to regain as much movement as possible and return to my passions, including playing the guitar and enjoying the outdoors with friends and family.

I am blessed with a supportive family and have been living in Nashville since attending college here from 2009 to 2013, I’ve grown to love this community and its spirit and my journey has also introduced me to incredible mentors who have been a guiding light in my advocacy efforts.

My mission now extends beyond personal recovery. I am mentoring others with similar injuries, aiming to develop a platform to inspire and spark change. One of my primary goals is to advocate for the implementation of a Medicaid Buy-In Program for Tennessee, which would greatly benefit individuals with disabilities like mine.

I am fundraising with Help Hope Live because of their commitment to ensuring fiscal accountability and providing tax deductibility for contributors. Every donation will be used to cover uninsured medical expenses and related costs that are crucial for my rehabilitation and advocacy efforts.

Your support means the world to me. Together, we can not only help with my recovery but also drive change for the betterment of many others facing similar challenges.
To make a tax-deductible donation to support my journey and cause, please click on the “Give” button. Your generosity and kindness are deeply appreciated.

Thank you for being a part of my journey.

Warm regards,

Robby Barbieri