Why Your Fundraising Matters

For over 30 years I have represented people who have sustained a spinal cord injury (SCI) through no fault of their own. An unfortunate event in seconds has changed their life forever. The enormity of such a catastrophic event and its consequences for our clients and their families hits home to me as much now as it did the first time I heard from a newly-injured person. Mobility, independence, bodily functions, emotions and senses are all affected to some degree or other.

We can be brilliant lawyers and rebuild lives as much as is possible. But true support for people in this situation - whatever the cause of the injury - comes from the Spinal Injuries Association.

I came across the charity in the 1990s and have been fundraising and trumpeting their amazing services for SCI members ever since. The national network of spinal cord injured supporters, nurse advocates, counsellors, volunteers and professional supporters provides advice and help to anyone who needs it.

I often refer my clients to their support services and the feedback from people who speak to their outreach advisors and nurse advocates is phenomenal. To be heard and understood by someone who lives with SCI and knows it, is essential. The campaigning work of SIA is similarly vital in this world where access to medical and work environments, for example is not what it should be.

Funding this service and these brilliant people who work for SIA is expensive. That's where sponsored events comes in and that is where YOU can help (please).

For this event, the 11th bike ride I have done for SIA, I will be cycling 326km across 3 days alongside approximately 40 other riders, including riders with spinal cord injuries.

By supporting Spinal Injuries Association, you’re helping us provide life-changing services, from expert advice and peer support to campaigning for better care and opportunities. You’re giving people their independence back.

Thank you-