Latest news and blogs
Read the latest news from Back Up to find out what we’re up to across the country. We also have a dedicated blog with amazing stories from people of all ages with a spinal cord injury and their families, as well as the volunteers, staff, professionals and fundraisers who support them.
For media enquiries, comment and interviews, please call 020 8875 6773 to speak to our communications team. Alternatively email media@backuptrust.org.uk. We monitor these inboxes both in and out of hours.
![Lynne, who we helped with family mentoring after spinal cord injury](https://www.backuptrust.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Untitled-design-2021-05-05T114558.773-580x409.png)
Lynne’s story: Family mentoring after spinal cord injury
At Back Up, we are here for everyone affected by spinal cord injury. This includes ...
5 May 2021
![A family where one of the parents has a spinal cord injury. Read on for a guide to spring cleaning your finances from Aspire's Money Matters service](https://www.backuptrust.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Untitled-design-2021-04-07T102019.329-580x409.png)
Spring clean your finances – guest blog from Aspire’s Money Matters service
After spinal cord injury, money may be a worry. Our partner charity Aspire runs a ...
7 April 2021
![Jenna, who uses a Sirus Automotive WAV to live independently](https://www.backuptrust.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Untitled-design-2021-03-03T173334.936-580x409.png)
Jenna’s story – using a Sirus Drive from Wheelchair vehicle
This blog was sponsored by Sirus Automotive. Jenna, 33, from Sligo sustained a C5/6 spinal ...
3 March 2021
![Our patron and founder of Heels for Wheels, Sophie Morgan](https://www.backuptrust.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Untitled-design-2021-03-03T142156.231-580x409.png)
Heels for Wheels: An interview with our patron Sophie Morgan
Back Up has recently launched an exciting new campaign – Heels for Wheels! We ...
3 March 2021
![one of our trainers who provided content for our wheelchair skills app](https://www.backuptrust.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Untitled-design-2021-02-26T114553.688-580x409.png)
Back Up launches new wheelchair skills app
We know it can initially be daunting getting around as a wheelchair user. This is ...
26 February 2021
![Will, one of our power chair skill trainers](https://www.backuptrust.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Untitled-design-2021-02-25T181244.529-580x409.png)
Will’s story: Power chair skills and independence
After spinal cord injury, one of the hardest parts can be feeling like you’ve lost ...
25 February 2021
![a man using a wheelchair attachment](https://www.backuptrust.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Untitled-design-2021-02-25T143618.559-580x409.png)
Your guide to choosing your wheelchair attachment
This article was sponsored by our Wheelchair panel members – GRX Life, RGK Wheelchairs, Cyclone ...
25 February 2021
![Our former trustee Matt King OBE](https://www.backuptrust.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Untitled-design-2021-02-24T175602.951-580x409.png)
A tribute to our former trustee, Matt King OBE
We were devastated to hear the news of former trustee, volunteer and friend of ...
24 February 2021
![Amersham Rotary Club raised an amazing £3000 for our vital services.](https://www.backuptrust.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Untitled-design-2021-02-16T154434.984-580x409.png)
Back Up Champion – Amersham Rotary Club
We're delighted to announce this month's Back Up Champion, Amersham Rotary Club, who raised an ...
8 February 2021
![Michelle, an expert in spinal cord injury and sex, back wheel balancing.](https://www.backuptrust.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Untitled-design-2021-02-03T084554.532-580x409.png)
Spinal cord injury and sex: Common questions answered
After spinal cord injury, sex and intimacy can be a major worry. It can feel ...
3 February 2021