Partners in possibility after spinal cord injury 🧡
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“One conversation opened my eyes to what was possible.”
Back Up Connect offers a free, one-off chat with a trained volunteer who has a spinal cord injury. Ask questions, share experiences and gain confidence.
Sign up today: ow.ly/lFuL50YSoCS
Meet Roman, our Spinal Cord Injury Mentoring Coordinator!
After sustaining a spinal cord injury in 2018, Roman discovered Back Up during rehabilitation. Now, he uses his experiences to support others.
Read his story: ow.ly/xpua50ZVTcO
Do you want to support people affected by spinal cord injury? Our monthly fundraising newsletter can help you get involved!
Each edition includes:
🪩 Special events
🌟 Volunteering opportunities
🥾 Epic challenges
🧁 Community fundraisers
Sign up - backuptrust.org.uk/about-us/…
ALT Photo of a Back Up model wearing a navy tracksuit posing on the catwalk at Front Row 2026.
Our City Skills course in Edinburgh last week was a great success, and Cardiff is currently underway!
Both courses help people with spinal cord injury build confidence, independence and practical skills.
Explore our life-changing courses: ow.ly/9Ap050ZXvkN
🪩 Less than 2 months until the Back Up Ball!
🎟️ Fewer than 40 individual tickets left. Corporate tables also available!
Already booked? Sort your accommodation, dietary requirements and 80s fancy dress! 👀
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Growing up with a spinal cord injury can bring challenges, but you don’t have to face them alone. Our children and young people services are designed to help you rebuild confidence and connect with others through courses, mentoring and more 🧡 Learn more - backuptrust.org.uk/support-f…
ALT Photo of two young people smiling whilst outdoors during a Back Up Youth Advisory Group weekend.
Could your experience of spinal cord injury help others?
Become a Back Up volunteer spinal cord injury mentor and help others build confidence and independence.
Online training: 22–24 Jan 2027
Apply by: 10 Jan 2027
ow.ly/OGAa50ZVLtU
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at Front Row? 👀✨
Motability Lifestyle captured highlights from Front Row 2026, featuring Back Up CEO Abigail Lock and stylist Lisa Wisdom.
Watch the exclusive video:
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@Motability @MotabilityOps
Good luck to #TeamBackUp runners Claudia, Nick, Richard, Savarnah, Henry and Tom taking on the Royal Parks Half Marathon this Sunday!
We’ll be cheering you all on across the 13.1 miles!
Show your support: ow.ly/xeS750ZVsjH
Meet the people behind Back Up's Legal Panel 🧡
Chris, Lindsay and the law firm Russell-Cooke share why specialist legal support matters after spinal cord injury.
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#BackUp #LegalPanel
“You’ll find something you love and achieve some amazing things.” After Sean sustained a spinal cord injury, Back Up helped him rebuild confidence and create new friendships. Since then, he's become a Winter Paralympian and broadcaster. Read Sean's story - backuptrust.org.uk/news/sean…
ALT Sean competing for Team GB at the Winter Paralympic Games.
ALT Sean smiling at the camera whilst broadcasting for Channel 4 at the Winter Paralympic Games.
Good bladder care after a spinal cord injury can help reduce the risk of infections and other problems.
Keep hydrated, empty your bladder regularly and speak to your GP or spinal team if anything changes.
More advice: ow.ly/R9hA50ZVjSX
3,000ft of climbing. 16km. Yr Wyddfa at night. 🌙⛰️
Our Chair of Trustees Damian Riley took on one of his toughest challenges yet for Back Up, with an incredible sunrise along the way. 🧡
Support Damian: ow.ly/US1650ZVsKc
What would you like to explore with Back Up?
From practical skills and courses to peer support and help with work or study, our free services offer lots of ways to learn, connect and get involved.
Register today: ow.ly/lMe750Y14TV
Writing or updating a will can feel daunting.
Join Back Up and Octopus Legacy for a free webinar on 6 October at 12pm, with expert guidance and the chance to ask your questions.
Register: ow.ly/w3U350ZTPMW
Aged 16–24 with a spinal cord injury and thinking about your future?
Our new online programme covers education, work and interview skills.
The first session is 6 Oct, 6–8pm. There’s still time to register!
Find out more and register: ow.ly/WeAC50ZTPZW
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We’ve trained five new manual wheelchair skills trainers!
Thank you to our volunteer trainers for sharing their experience and @HSFCharity for supporting the training.
Interested in becoming a trainer? Our next training is in 2027: ow.ly/IAHU50ZT6Wg
Writing or updating a will can feel daunting.
Join Back Up and Octopus Legacy for a free webinar on 6 October at 12pm, with expert guidance and the chance to ask your questions.
Register: ow.ly/w3U350ZTPMW
🧡 One week on, and we're still buzzing from Front Row 2026!
Fabulous fashion, brilliant models and a night celebrating confidence, community and fun.
A HUGE thank you to everyone who made it possible!
🎬 Relive the highlights: backuptrust.org.uk/news/back…
💜 Today is Cauda Equina Awareness Day.
This serious condition affects nerves at the base of the spine.
After developing CES, Beth accessed Back Up's Vocation service to help her return to work. 🧡
Read her story: ow.ly/Q56950ZSEl0
