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Paddle Power (Forward – Spring 2025)
When Will Behenna, 52, from Wimborne in Dorset discovered paddleboarding, he found an unrivalled freedom and independence from being back on the water. Here he shares his story and how he hopes to...
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Tommy – Team SIA London Marathon (Forward – Spring 2025)
When Tommy Rowlingson takes on the London Marathon in April to raise funds for SIA, it’ll be a pretty special moment for the 21-year-old. Two and a half years ago, Tommy had just started at the...
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Share your story with the media
If you face injustice and/or want to educate the public on the realities of living with a spinal cord injury, you could share your story with the media. Phil and Laura’s Story Phil and Laura, from...
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In memory of my husband
SIA member Kate Griffin recently got in touch with us following the sad passing of her husband Graham to say thank you for the support SIA gave to him. Below she shares a personal and touching tribute...
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Katty’s PIP appeal success thanks to SIA support
Katty King-Coulling (39) from Maidenhead sustained a spinal cord injury in 2018 that has left her with debilitating chronic pain. After her Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefits payments were...
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Capturing the wild (Forward – Summer 2025)
SCI wildlife artist John Cressey, 48, from Exeter, shares how he brings animals and birds to life through his extraordinary art. Your love of art has been a lifelong pursuit. Tell us more about that? I...
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A new chapter: Abbie’s story (Forward – Summer 2025)
When Abbie Webb, 32, from Gloucester, had a spinal stroke at home alone, she managed to use her nose to work her phone and call her brother for help. Here, Abbie shares how she’s started a new chapter...
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Sailing to a new future (Forward – Summer 2025)
After years spent in a nursing home following his spinal cord injury and mental health issues, Ian Wyllie, decided to refit a neglected yacht and embark on a solo sailing adventure around the UK and...
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Karen Darkes greatest adventures
My greatest adventures by Karen Darke (SIA champion for adventure) Handcycling has become a central part of Karen’s adventurous life. A former member of the Paralympic team, she competed in two...
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10 tips for embracing adventure after paralysis
10 tips for embracing adventure after paralysis by Karen Darke (SIA champion for adventure) If you’re newly paralysed, or just starting to wonder if adventure is for you then here are some top tips...
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