@backuptrust

Partners in possibility after spinal cord injury 🧡

 United Kingdom
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Joined October 2010
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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
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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
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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/…
Photo of a Back Up model wearing a navy tracksuit posing on the catwalk at Front Row 2026.

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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
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🪩 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! 👀 ow.ly/P6JC50ZWp3v
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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…
Photo of two young people smiling whilst outdoors during a Back Up Youth Advisory Group weekend.

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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
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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: ow.ly/8mNN50ZWi18 @Motability @MotabilityOps
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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
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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. ow.ly/YvRl50ZWkMy #BackUp #LegalPanel
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“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…
Sean competing for Team GB at the Winter Paralympic Games.

ALT Sean competing for Team GB at the Winter Paralympic Games.

Sean smiling at the camera whilst broadcasting for Channel 4 at the Winter Paralympic Games.

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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
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