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.
Our Therapy Team provide expert support to encourage clients participation in their rehabilitation programme and exploration of new interests:
Physiotherapists use specific handling techniques and a range of specialist equipment to improve posture, flexibility, muscle strength, coordination, functional ability and mobility.
Speech and Language therapists aim to improve speech, language, communication and any eating or swallowing problems that may have arisen as a result of brain injury.
Occupational therapists use a combination of rehabilitation techniques to assess and support our clients in completing everyday living tasks such as personal care, mobility, domestic activities, and household management.
Clinical Psychologists support individuals, couples and families in coping with the impact of acquired disabilities such as stroke or brain injury.
Neurologic Music Therapy Offered in partnership with Chroma. Find out more about the benefits of NMT for neuro rehabilitation and read our client story with therapy videos.
Led by our Senior Nurse, our specialist nursing team provides 24 hour medical care and supervision, and dedicated support workers provide person-centred care.
A wide range of activities are provided to help clients develop confidence and encourage participation and exploration of new interests. These can include therapeutic art sessions, discussion and music groups, as well as gardening clubs, quizzes and social events such as barbecues.
View available opportunities at QEF’s Care and Rehabilitation Centre