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.

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

Back Up is The October Club’s 2024 Charity Partner

The October Club is delighted to announce that their chosen charity partner for 2024 is ...

29 May 2024

Back Up welcomed Damian Riley as new Chair of Trustees

We’re delighted to announce that Damian Riley took over as our Chair of Trustees on ...

13 May 2024

Alan’s story: The London Marathon

We recently spoke to Alan, who took on the London Marathon and raised ...

1 May 2024

Kevin’s story: Helping others live independently after spinal cord injury

Meet Kevin: A keen cosplayer Enjoys photography ...