We are looking for an outstanding, values driven and passionate Chief Executive to lead Back Up. Find out more about the role and how to apply.

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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Life with spinal cord injury

How we can help

Challenge

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News

Back Up Star – Shaun

Leading charities to collaborate to fight for spinal cord injured people

CEO Update

Your guide to car adaptations and vehicle conversions

Twitter

"I went hoping to improve my outdoor wheelchair skills & confidence, learn improved car transfer techniques and mee… https://t.co/2GBoirsUF7

- September 18, 2019

RT @will_clark84: @backuptrust First day of wheelchair skills at #Middlesbrough https://t.co/q6U49eEKAu

- September 18, 2019

Blog

Celebrating our fantastic volunteers at the Get Busy Living Centre

Sue summits Snowdon

David’s story: Group leading for the first time

Peter’s story: Teaching power chair skills

Our impact in 2018/19

Read more and download our latest impact report

94%

of mentees increased in at least three positive coping strategies

people received training to tackle obstacles outside the hospital

1,551

people affected by spinal cord injury were supported by Back Up

100%

of our residential course participants achieved their personal aims