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.
We welcome clients of all genders who are dealing with Acquired Brain Injury, neurological illnesses, stroke, or incomplete spinal injuries or who require complex neurological care.
Our services are available to those who have approved funding and are :
Find out more about our flexible client pathways and example client journeys
We currently have availability to accommodate new clients. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us at neurorehab@qef.org.uk or give us a call at 01372 841 111. We’re eager to discuss how our services can best support your clients’ needs.