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Spinal Injuries Association
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We are the expert, guiding voice for life after spinal cord injury, supporting 105,000 people with SCI and their families to live a fulfilled life in the UK. www.spinal.co.uk
SIA trusted legal partners Slater and Gordon are hosting their popular Crabtree’s Curry Night in Manchester in support of SIA 🍛 Thursday 27 November 2025, 5 to 9pm at eastZeast Riverside, Salford 🎟️ Only £50 per person 💻 More info https://www.spinal.co.uk/slater-and-gordon-crabtrees-curry-night/
November 13, 2025 at 11:11 AM
SIA are delighted to be at the annual MASCIP conference today in Loughborough. Earlier this morning director of programmes Mark Ridler updated the delegates on the recent National Spinal Cord Injury Strategy consultation. Come say hi to us in the exhibition area! #MASCIP2025
November 13, 2025 at 10:55 AM
Have you used the spinal cord injury knowledge hub on our website? 💻 We want to make sure it’s suitable for everyone in the SCI community, whether you are newly injured, or have a loved one with SCI – click on the link to complete a short survey www.surveymonkey.com/r/SIAKnowled...
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November 12, 2025 at 3:53 PM
How has it already been nearly a week since our Gunpowder Ball 2025? Huge thanks to @cfg-more-than-law.bsky.social and Fletchers for your support

The photos are coming very soon but for now you can take a behind the scenes look at the event🤩featuring our very own events team⬇️
November 12, 2025 at 10:00 AM
We were fortunate enough to be present at our local Armisitice Day event at the MK Rose today, alongside other community representatives, as part of our work with the Armed Forces Covenent. Find out more⬇️
https://www.spinal.co.uk/news/sia-signs-armed-forces-covenant/
November 11, 2025 at 3:01 PM
We are super excited to once again be taking part in the @biggive.bsky.social #ChristmasChallenge🎄 Benefiting from your doubled donations, and making an even greater impact to the lives of people with spinal cord injury. More details and how to get involved spinal.co.uk/biggive2025/ #BIGgive
November 11, 2025 at 1:20 PM
On #ArmisticeDay we're excited to announce that we've signed the #ArmedForcesCovenant - a promise to acknowledge and understand that those who serve or have served, and their families should be treated with fairness and respect https://www.spinal.co.uk/news/sia-signs-armed-forces-covenant
November 11, 2025 at 9:05 AM
Join your local #spinalcordinjury #community group and connect with other people with spinal cord injury or cauda equina syndrome. We have over 25 groups meeting regularly across England/Wales and they are completely free to attend. Find your nearest: www.spinal.co.uk/get-support/...
November 10, 2025 at 2:22 PM
📰 Writer Hanif Kureishi mourns his loss of mobility by choreographing a ballet. Read more: observer.co.uk/news/nationa...
Writer Hanif Kureishi mourns his loss of mobility by choreographing a ballet | The Observer
observer.co.uk
November 10, 2025 at 11:58 AM
Thinking of all of our brave service men and women, and their families on #RemembranceSunday
November 9, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Tis (almost) the season 🎄 Our 2025 Christmas Card catalogue is out now! All 8 designs have been donated by members of the spinal cord injury community and every purchase supports our vital work. Beat the rush, order now through our dedicated online shop! https://www.charitycardshop.com/SIA
November 8, 2025 at 11:00 AM
What an incredible night 🤩 Our Gunpowder Ball is over for another year - huge thanks to our headline sponsors @cfg-more-than-law.bsky.social and supporting partner Fletchers for helping us have such an amazing night, and special thanks to Paul for speaking so candidly about your story
November 7, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Highlight of the night 💜Our support coordinator Joe joins SIA member Paul to share his story. From attempting suicide last year, to the support he received from Joe and our counselling team, to now being in London for the first time and speaking to our guests #GunpowderBall2025
November 7, 2025 at 10:57 AM
HUGE thank you to all of our wonderful guests who joined us for last nights Gunpowder Ball 2025 🪩 Thanks for bringing the smiles, the energy and powerful stories to the ballroom, whilst raising vital funds and awareness for SIA. What a night it was! #GunpowderBall2025
November 7, 2025 at 10:51 AM
Welcome to Gunpowder Ball 2025 💜 Simon and the team are ready to welcome our 300+ guests with a red carpet and champagne reception 🥂 #GunpowderBall2025
November 6, 2025 at 5:54 PM
The room is ready, the tables are set and now all we need are our guests 💜 The 2025 Gunpowder Ball is taking place in London tonight, raising awareness and funds for SIA #GunpowderBall2025
November 6, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Congratulations to our chair Faisal Hussain who has been included on a list of the 50 most influential Black, Asian and minority ethnic people in health. Read more on the Health Service Journal @hsj.co.uk www.hsj.co.uk/the-50-most-...
November 6, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Today's the day! 🥂 SIA Gunpowder Ball 2025 at the Royal National Hotel in London, our annual black tie event raising vital funds and awareness for people with spinal cord injury.

With special thank to our headline sponsor CFG and supporting partners the Fletchers Group #GunpowderBall2025
November 6, 2025 at 11:09 AM
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Great to stand with @andymcdonaldmp.bsky.social to support the launch of Building a National Spinal Cord Injury Strategy.

People living with spinal cord injuries deserve coordinated care and support at every stage of life. We must make that a reality.
November 4, 2025 at 2:38 PM
The 2025 Gunpowder Ball takes place at the Royal National Hotel in London tomorrow night, bringing together our friends, partners, and supporters to raise vital funds for SIA. Let's remind ourselves how great an event this is by looking back at last year 🎬 www.youtube.com/watch?v=UtW9...
Gunpowder Ball 2024
YouTube video by Spinal Injuries Association
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November 5, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Whether you need some tips on day to day travel with SCI, or something further afield, we have information sheets, videos and podcasts that can help you on our NEW Accessible Travel Hub www.spinal.co.uk/travel-hub/ #TravelwithConfidence #SpinalCordInjury
November 5, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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Occupational therapists are a vital part of health and social care teams across the UK, helping people recover and stay well for longer.

Share how you’re making a difference, tag us and use #OTWeek25 and #RightTimeOT.💚
November 5, 2025 at 9:01 AM
💵Could you increase £50 in 3 months?
We've very lucky to have been chosen as one of 12 charity partners for next year's Franklins £50 Challenge! Sign up on their website today and get your entrepreneurial thinking hats on⬇️
http://www.franklins50.co.uk
#Franklins50
November 4, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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Right Support, Right Time – Unlocking the Power of OT is driving change across the UK.

Let’s show how local practice has national impact and why timely support matters. Share your stories, tag us and use #OTWeek25 and #RightTimeOT to join the conversation. 💚
November 4, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Accessibility is a human right and on #PurpleTuesday we're supporting the call to action to 'Think Accessibility' 💜 Not only is this about recognising the barriers people with disabilities face but also to share and showcase the solutions. Get involved with some of todays events www.purpletuesday.co
November 4, 2025 at 9:17 AM