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It is with immense sadness and regret that we inform you that Queen Elizabeth’s Foundation for Disabled People (QEF) will commence a wind down programme from 11th November 2025.

This process is expected to take 28 days to allow time for alternative placements to be found for residential clients at our Care and Rehabilitation Centre, and to honour commitments to other clients to the best extent possible.

At the end of this period, QEF intends to file for administration.

We have worked tirelessly over the last year to try and save the charity, exploring numerous options to improve its finances, but unfortunately there wasn’t a viable solution that met all the necessary requirements to overcome the challenging financial situation QEF faced.

It has been our privilege to support disabled people for over 90 years, providing expert services that have changed many lives, and we are deeply saddened that it cannot continue.

Our priorities right now are to work with funding bodies to ensure clients find suitable alternative placements and to support our remarkable staff during this difficult time.

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Residents at Dorincourt welcome The Queen of Malaysia

Residents at Dorincourt were excited to welcome Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Hajah Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah, The Queen of Malaysia this week.

Leonore and Diane presented her with flowers on her arrival, after which Her Majesty enjoyed meeting and talking to many residents about their interests and hobbies, introducing herself as ‘Azizah’.

She watched QEF’s film ‘My life now’ about how our range of services make tangible differences to disabled peoples’ lives; helping each person to be as independent as possible. Matt, a resident at Dorincourt, features in the film and Her Majesty recognised him and acknowledged him as she watched the film.

Her Majesty, Tunku Azizah then spoke to Alex and Bobby in the physiotherapy room, who were doing specific exercises to improve muscle strength to aid with daily activities. Alex was working on strengthening his hands so that he can better control the movements of his wheelchair and Bobby was using the exercise bike to build strength in his legs.

Her Majesty also enjoyed an art session in the Infozone, chatting to several residents about what they were creating, the types of food they liked to eat and discussing where everyone was from.

After the generous exchange of gifts, with Matt presenting the gift from QEF to Tunku Azizah, and QEF’s President, Corinna, Lady Hamilton of Dalzell DL receiving the gift from Her Majesty, the vist came to an end. Her Majesty left Dorincourt after spending almost 2 hours talking to staff and residents.

A team from The Malaysian High Commission are visiting QEF Mobility Services and QEF Neuro Rehabilitation Services, as well as a selection of QEF shops over the next few days, to learn more about how QEF’s work supports people with disabilities to be as independent as possible.