Blog

Read inspiring blogs from people with a spinal cord injury and their family members – as well as Back Up volunteers, supporters and staff members. If you would like to write a blog about your experiences, please email our communications team.

This is Spinal Crap: Podcasting after spinal cord injury

After sustaining a spinal cord injury, having the right support is essential. That’s why six ...

19 December 2019

CEO Update: Abigail Lock to start in February

Our new CEO Abigail Lock will be starting in February. She is stepping in to ...

19 December 2019

Adrian’s story: The Manchester Marathon

In 2016 Adrian was participating in a cycling challenge from Newcastle to London, riding with ...

19 December 2019

Leading spinal cord injury charities unite to call for urgent action on care

Three of the UK’s leading spinal injuries charities have published “More than a number” ...

18 December 2019

Back Up Star – Kamari

We’re excited to introduce our young volunteer Kamari as this month’s Back Up Star.After attending ...

4 December 2019

Andrew’s story: Conquering Ben Nevis

Here at Back Up, we’re always looking for exciting new ways to raise funds for ...

3 December 2019

Dan’s story: Supporting family members

Back Up doesn’t just support people with a spinal cord injury. We also provide vital ...

3 December 2019

Laura’s story: Giving up time to be a young volunteer

Laura’s life was suddenly changed at a young age. After being diagnosed with scoliosis she ...

3 December 2019

Tim Scott: A tribute to a wonderful volunteer and friend

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our good friend and ...

14 November 2019

2019 fundraising challenge highlights

This year, we’ve held some fantastic fundraising challenges to raise money for our life-changing ...

13 November 2019