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Every four hours, someone in the UK is permanently paralysed. At Back Up, we inspire people affected by spinal cord injury to get the most out of life.

We’re here to help you move forward in your life, regardless of your age, level of injury – or whether you walk or use a wheelchair.

We know that spinal cord injury affects the whole family, and that’s why we support family members too.

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Important information and updates about coronavirus and our services

Back Up Champions – Alan and Sandra

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- April 10, 2020

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- April 9, 2020

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Pete’s story: a family member’s mental health is important too

Kate’s story: Parenting in lockdown

Back Up Champion – Brian Abram

@sittingdownstyle: Emma’s story

Our impact in 2018/19

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young people were supported to be included in their education

590

people were trained in wheelchair skills for daily life

1,551

people affected by spinal cord injury were supported by Back Up

727

people were supported by telephone on topics like work and relationships