Chairman's Statement

When I first became involved with the Trust I was amazed to discover the huge additional financial burden that our environment imposes on people who have become tetraplegic after a leisure or sporting accident. Transport, wheelchairs, housing, access and computers are all very expensive to buy or adapt.

Research indicates that our members currently need some £500,000 simply to provide the basic quality of life that many of us take for granted. We currently have over 200 tetraplegics on our list, with one new injury being made known to us each week, many of whom have become injured whilst still under the age of 25.

Notwithstanding the enormity of this task, I decided to become involved because there is no alternative funding available. Regain is the only Trust which solely supports sport tetraplegics. As chairman it is one of my lobs to secure the financial support needed. I hope that you will make a similar commitment by investing in the future of Britain's many leisure and sport tetraplegics who deserve a fulfilling and independent life.