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.

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Peter’s story: Mobility and work after spinal cord injury

Meet Peter:  Formerly a farmer, now works as a rural business advisor Loves ...

Lisette’s story: Learning to be adventurous again

Meet Lisette:Lives in North Yorkshire with her family Has three adult children at various ...

Siby’s story: Staying active with a spinal cord injury through the years

Meet Siby:    First used our services back in 1994  Has taken part in ...

Nancy’s story: The impact of our children and young people’s services.

Meet Nancy: First encountered Back Up when we visited her hospital ward Boosted her ...

Cath’s story: Family support after spinal cord injury

Meet Cath:Mum of Pete, who sustained a spinal cord injury while mountain biking Is ...

Remembering Damian Smith

It is with great sadness that we learnt of the sudden passing of one of ...

Natalie’s story: Volunteering on our ski karting course

At Back Up, we would not be able to provide our vital services without the ...

Jess’s Story: City Skills

Spinal cord injury can happen to anyone at any time. In Jess's case, her accident ...

Poppy’s story: A Q + A about care and spinal cord injury

At Back Up we understand what it’s like to adapt to big changes as a ...

Susan and Michael’s story: Live-in care and independence

Meet Susan and Michael Retired and previously worked in media Have two grown-up children ...