Spinal Injuries Association

Calling all gin lovers in the north east 🍸 PIC Legal Costs Specialists have got another epic evening of gin tasting coming up on Thursday 1 May, with profits being donated to SIA! Book below⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eBR6pKbT

"From the first day I became paralysed and told I might never walk again, I knew that one day I would complete the London Marathon. Whether I ran, walked or wheeled my way over that line I didn’t care, as long as I finished." 🏅 Meet Tommy, our first introduction to one of the amazing Team SIA members who will be taking part in the London Marathon on 27 April. Tommy sustained a SCI back in 2022, was a patient at Stoke Mandeville and has from those first movements with his physio team, he has since completed 10k and half marathon runs. Now he has his sights set on London! 🏃 He continues, "My journey has been long and hard with really low lows but even higher highs also, and for me, when the moment comes that I finish the London Marathon, that is the moment that I will close the door behind me and leave this chapter of my life as a thing of the past." Read Tommy's full interview with our FORWARD magazine: https://lnkd.in/eTWE_jJx Tommy has been training hard through the winter and is ready to take on London next month. He has already raised over £2500 for SIA and continues to smash his targets https://lnkd.in/ebrfNrpK Go Tommy! See you in London 👏 👏 #LondonMarathon #SpinalCordInjury #TeamSIA #FundraisingFriday

📢Looking for focus group participants Researchers at the National Spinal Injuries Centre (NSIC Psychology Service) at Stoke Mandeville Hospital, Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust are recruiting for virtual focus groups to find out more about rehabilitation services and outcomes after spinal cord injury. To take part, you must be: 📅18 or over 🧑🦼➡️Someone with spinal cord injury (or have supported someone during their rehabilitation) 🏥At least one-year post-discharge from a spinal cord injury centre Participants will receive a £20 amazon voucher for their time - if you're interested, you can contact the NSIC Psychology Service at: 📨bht.nsicresearchpsychology@nhs.net 📱01296 383 355

Everyone at SIA is sending our very best wishes to Atlassian Williams Racing as the 2025 Formula One season begin this weekend in Melbourne, Australia 🇦🇺 We are so proud to be the official charity partner for the team and looking forward to cheering them on this year 👏 Did you know that the Frank Williams Academy logo can be found on the light box at the rear of the car? … so do look out for it when Carlos and Alex take their pitstops this weekend! The FWA was created to honour Williams Racing founder and SIA supporter Sir Frank Williams, providing education, training, research and development opportunities to healthcare professionals throughout the country. Find out more by visiting https://lnkd.in/eqsvHSXA #WilliamsRacing #Charity #FrankWilliamsAcademy

On #FundraisingFriday we are sending our heartfelt thanks to Sharandeep who last Sunday completed her first 10k run at Dorney Lake in Surrey 🥇 Shardeep was running in memory of her father Harvinder who sadly passed two years after sustaining a SCI. She said, "Last year we lost a very special man who powered through, battling a spinal cord injury, having lived a very active and fitness focussed life. Dad always amazed us with how long he could run on a cross trainer and was inspirational to non runners like me." "It was thanks to spinal cord injury specialists that we able to share a few more special moments and memories with him. A spinal cord injury truly turn lives upside down, so I am dedicating my first 10k run to Dad and raising money for SIA." We are so grateful to Shardeep for choosing to support us, and with thanks to the incredible generosity of her supports she has raised £3,200 for SIA 💙 This money will help us to support more people with spinal cord injury like her father to live fulfilled lives after injury. Any further donations can be given to https://lnkd.in/eDRWUHfd #ThankYou #Fundraising #SpinalCordInjury

After a successful first year working with Spinal Injuries Association, we are proud to be renewing our campaigning efforts for increased awareness and better healthcare for people living with a spinal cord injury. Rachel Di Clemente, CEO at Hudgell Solicitors, said: “Their commitment and passion to create positive change for the spinal cord injured community is relentless. We remain committed to doing whatever we can to support them in the fight for change.” Nik Hartley OBE, CEO at Spinal Injuries Association, said: "The partnership with Hudgell Solicitors has propelled SIA’s advocacy to unprecedented levels, and our continued collaboration will allow SIA to expand on these gains, ensuring long-term, systematic change across healthcare, policy, and social awareness domains." Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/e83tXtda #RightingWrongs

Not only are women with spinal cord injury often denied basic breast and cervical screenings due to inaccessible equipment but they also face extra challenges with menstrual health and menopause, an increased risk of pelvic organ prolapse and overall inadequate support. Why should they settle for less? SIA are fighting for change - ensuring women with spinal cord injury get the healthcare they need and deserve. Sign our petition (and share)👇 https://lnkd.in/eTCHNnkv We're also asking people to write to the Health and Social Care Select Committee so that we can trigger an inquiry into health inequalities faced by disabled women. Find out more on our website⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eu_dfSDC

Only one week to go until the Cornflower Ball 2025🤩🥂 you can bid on our silent auction now - we've got loads of amazing items, including: 🏇 Hospitality places for QIPCO British Champions Day 🏘️Luxury stay in the Cotswolds ⚽Signed Ronaldo shirt You can check out the full list below⬇️ https://lnkd.in/euCxfbgC

The brand new virtual education conference from the Frank Williams Academy takes place in just 2 weeks time ... This half day event for healthcare professionals will include great sessions planned across topics such as neurogenic skin, mental health, neurogenic bowel dysfunction, and autonomic dysreflexia. All delivered by a brilliant group of expert speakers in the field 📅 Thursday 27 March - 9.30 to 1.30pm 💻 Visit https://lnkd.in/eNKF86Dv for the full agenda, speakers and booking details. #education #frankwilliamsacademy #healthcare #spinalcordinjury

❇️ NEW FOR 2025! ... introducing our Accessible Adventure Challenge! ❇️ Join us in the Peak District this September for an inclusive, adrenaline fuelled, outdoor experience, whilst raising vital funds for people with spinal cord injury This unique challenge event is open to all ability levels and will be in two parts: 1) Enjoy spectacular views across the valley as you abseil 90ft from Millers Dale viaduct over the River Wye! 🏞️ 2) Paddle together on a 1 mile canoeing experience, along canal and through lock gates! 🚣 You will be supported throughout by the brilliant team from Dukes Barn, a specialist activity centre known for their inclusive approach to adventure. So, what do you say? ... Are you ready to take on this challenge for SIA? Your Peak District adventure starts here and you can register your interest TODAY! Find out more about the event, check out the FAQs and sign up by visiting: https://lnkd.in/eD29hAMq #AccessibleAdventure #PeakDistrict #SpinalCordInjury #Challenge