Wellspect News & Events

As of last year, Wellspect is the proud sponsor of the International Wheelchair Basketball Federation (IWBF). We believe in para-sports in general and in particular the Paralympic Games as a means for disabled persons to focus on what you can do, rather than what you can’t.

This is part two of the captivating story of Paralympics winner and decorated MBE, Member of the British Empire, Anne Wafula Strike, who had a rough start in life, but never gave up. As Wellspect's guest blogger, she continues to share the fantastic story of her life and career. Enjoy the article and the video!

Paralympics winner and decorated MBE by the Queen of England, Anne Wafula Strike had a rough start in life. As Wellspect's guest blogger, she shares her fantastic story in two parts. Please enjoy the first part of the article and video!

Once I’ve seen that the athletes are ready to go into the Paralympic Village, I can sit back, relax and watch the medals come rolling in. The words are Bev Collin’s, pronounced on a humoristic note and showing her dedication to her role as Lead nurse of preparation camp.

Having participated in the London Marathon in 2007, where she raised funds for the Spinal Cord Injury Association, Bev Collins, a dedicated charity worker, was sent an advert about working with wheelchair rugby. That’s where it started.