Back Up

Partners in possibility after spinal cord injury 🧡

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🌙 What makes The Night Push so special?

"What I remember most is the team. Everyone looked out for one another and shared a real sense of achievement." – Sean, Head of Public Fundraising

Ready to take on Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) at night?

https://t.co/zWouhr5LEP

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“Talking to other families who had been through a similar situation helped ease the uncertainty and answered questions we didn’t know how to ask.”

Could you support families affected by spinal cord injury?

Become a Family Support Volunteer:
https://t.co/vraREU1PGp

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A spinal cord injury can change many parts of life, but it doesn't change what's possible.

Back Up's free services help people build confidence, develop new skills, and connect with others who understand.

Register today: https://t.co/KDHAAhHEJV

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It’s #WheelchairSkillsWednesday! Our Wheelchair Skills App shares practical tips to help you regain independence. In this video, Shaun shows how to change a wheelchair tyre 🦽

📱 Download our App to see more - https://t.co/1lbrYHEYel

With thanks to @Motability and @TrirideUK.

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Bold colours. Chic prints. Standout style. Are you ready for Front Row 2026? ��✨ This autumn, fashion, confidence and inclusivity take centre stage!

📅 24 September, 6.30-11pm
📍 Battersea Arts Centre
🎟️ Limited early bird tickets from £50

Book now - https://t.co/NpAO8HstIN

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🎓 Finished university and wondering what comes next?

Our next Skills for Work course (21-23 July) can help with CVs, interviews, confidence and job hunting.

Find out more and sign up: https://t.co/wmhsl26hTu

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Did you know there's lots of easy ways to support Back Up, including:

🎁 Facebook birthday fundraisers
🍀 The Back Up Lottery
🛍️ Shopping with Easyfundraising
💼 Payroll giving

Every pound you donate supports people affected by spinal cord injury - https://t.co/h7EEMxhjTi

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Just three months to go until the No Limits Cycle Ride – London to Brighton 2026!

📅 Sunday 13 September 2026
🚴 55 miles
📍 Clapham Common to Brighton Seafront

🚴 London to Brighton
📅 13 Sept
♿ Open to all

Join Team Back Up: https://t.co/gLpX3Xbe5f

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Thinking about travelling with a spinal cord injury?

Our Back Up and Thriving: Accessible Travel Toolkit, developed with support from @Motability, features podcasts and videos packed with practical advice and real-life experiences.

Learn more: https://t.co/pTPKwCOvgL

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✈️ Last month, Clare celebrated her 75th birthday with a skydive for Back Up.

Whether you're thinking about a skydive, bungee jump or another challenge, we cansupporting people affected by spinal cord injury.

https://t.co/7bM8R8LKbN

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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:
🚲 Brilliant challenges
👠 Special events
🧁 Community fundraisers
💫 Volunteering opportunities

Sign up - https://t.co/PYRB2xXTtS

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Less than six months to go… 👀

Over half the tickets for the Back Up Ball 2026 have been sold.

Get your friends together and join us on Sat 5 Dec for 40 years of Back Up in style.

🎟 https://t.co/mvDobe1rNj

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Under 25 and affected by spinal cord injury? 🧡 Join our Youth Advisory Group training weekend to develop new skills and shape Back Up's services.

📅 17-19 July
🗺️ Pioneer Centre, Shropshire

To learn more, email [email protected]

Generously sponsored by @BoltBurdonKemp

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"It helped to listen to how other people coped with spinal cord injuries and to know you are not alone on this journey."

Join The Back Up Lounge on 17 June, 6pm. Free and virtual. Includes an Energy Advice Service room.

https://t.co/245FIQLpRF

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London Landmarks Half Marathon, Hackney Half Marathon and Brighton Marathon are now open for registration.

If one of these iconic events is on your bucket list, now is the time to secure your place.

Join Team Back Up and make every mile count.

https://t.co/gABNxFwLXf

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@GrandadWheels @sv1 @rossmcwill @spinalinjuries @MrEFinch @PaulGarvey4 Thank you so much for your brilliant support Brian! You truly deserved this nomination and you’ll always be a winner for Back Up! 🌟🧡

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It's #CarersWeek.

"We knew spinal injury care could be done better." – Peter Henry

Peter helped establish a specialist care agency supporting people with spinal cord injuries, improving access to knowledgeable care.

Read his story: https://t.co/vDarAHfoqW

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We're getting ready to light up the runway at Front Row 🌟 Join us for a night of fashion and fundraising as we celebrate style, creativity and diversity.

📅 24 September, 6.30-11pm
📍 Battersea Arts Centre
🎟️ Limited early bird tickets from £50

Book at https://t.co/NpAO8HstIN

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As #VolunteersWeek draws to a close, thank you to everyone who gives their time and energy to Back Up.

Visit our Thank You Wall to read the messages and add your own note of thanks: https://t.co/rDdpbBsHpc

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As Volunteers’ Week draws to a close, CEO Abigail Lock shares an update on progress against our strategy, Limitless Ambition.
“Over the past year, we delivered 51,418 support interventions, established 468 peer connections and engaged 193 family members.”

https://t.co/jFf1Eo1qfz