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.

Sam’s story – volunteers at our heart

I broke my neck diving into shallow water when I was 19. I damaged my ...

11 September 2024

Bobby and Amy’s story: Living confidently

My son Bobby sustained his spinal cord injury at birth. He was in a breech ...

4 September 2024

Jemima’s story: Thriving at any age

Earlier this year we featured Jemima's story in our Impact Report, showing how our ...

4 September 2024

Jason’s story: Travel and supporting others after spinal cord injury.

At Back Up, we know that travel is a hot topic for many people ...

7 August 2024

Julie’s story: Travelling after spinal cord injury again

Meet Julie:  Enjoys being outdoors Loves travel, fishing, and gardening Was able to get ...

7 August 2024

Stephen’s story – managing pain with a spinal cord injury

Meet Stephen:A season ticket holder of his local football team Loves travelling, and has ...

3 July 2024

Louise’s Story: Reaching new heights climbing the O2 Arena

Meet Louise:- Works as a Commercial Business Partner for Solent NHS Trust - Joined our Board ...

24 June 2024

Clair’s story: A milestone challenge

Meet Clair:- A clinical psychologist with 28 years experience in the NHS - Lives with her ...

5 June 2024

Dan & Rachael’s Stories: The West Highland Way

Meet Dan and Rachael:- Dan first encountered Back Up after he learnt vital wheelchair skills. - ...

5 June 2024