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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.

Mobility Services

Mobility assessments, advice and driving lessons for disabled people and those with age-related impairments.
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QEF Mobility Services in Carshalton is one the UK’s largest providers of mobility advice and support for people with disabilities and age-related impairments. We provide a wide range of assessments and information services that support people of all ages to be more mobile and independent.

As one of the UK’s top 3 providers, we complete around 1,300 mobility assessments each year, along with advice and training with adaptations to ensure maximum mobility.
Referrals are not required.

Download our latest leaflet for a summary of all our available assessments.

Find out more about working as an Approved Driving Instructor and Assessor with QEF Mobility Services.

Want to speak to a member of the team?

Complete our client enquiry form or call us today
Enquiry Form
Or call us on 0208 770 1151

Driving Assessments

These are suitable for people returning to driving, older people at licence renewal or those who have a medical condition or disability.

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Driving Lessons

Retraining and learning to drive are undertaken by qualified driving instructors experienced in teaching people with disabilities, including deaf clients.

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Transfer and Seating Assessments

Available for adults or children, these assessments offer the opportunity to trial equipment to transfer in and out of vehicles comfortably and advice on seating and posture.

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Training Courses for Professionals

We provide a range of specialised training courses for Health Care Professionals, Approved Driving Instructors, Car Dealers, Airlines, Road Safety professionals and other charities.

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Wheelchairs and Scooters

We offer advice and a practical trial to assess the type of mobility vehicle that is suitable for you and highlight any training needs that may impact on your safety.

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Tryb4uFly

Our Tryb4uFly assessment service aims to empower disabled people, so you can make informed choices and be more confident when flying.

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Equipment Hire

We offer a range of mobility equipment for loan or hire, including wheelchairs, scooters and Bugzi.

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Transport Advice Service

QEF provide accessible transport advice and information to people who have had to give up driving or plan to retire from driving.

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Children's Mobility Assessments

Supporting disabled children to be as independently mobile as possible.

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Our Stories

Mobility

“I never thought I’d be driving, but its like I’m taking control”

Amanda talks about learning to drive with QEF

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QEF Mobility Services are proud to be part of Driving Mobility

Our independent assessment services are accredited by the national charity Driving Mobility. This is the umbrella body which oversees 20 member centres across the UK – some of which are wholly charitable organisations whilst others operate within the NHS. Driving Mobility ensures that there are common standards, promotes good practice and offers training and education to all regional centres, whilst working closely with associated national organisations. These include the Department for Transport, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency, Driver and Vehicle Agency (NI), Motability and the Police, along with many other valued stakeholders. Driving Mobility is privileged to have Baroness Thomas of Winchester as their patron, and is supported by HM Government.

FAQs

What types of assessments do you provide?

We provide a wide range of mobility assessments including:

  • Driving
  • Older driver assessments from 70+
  • Motorbikes and bicycles
  • Vocational driving (buses, taxis, lorries, vans)
  • Tryb4uFly
  • Wheelchairs and Scooters
  • Transfer and Seating
  • Children’s mobility including ‘Bugzi’ – mini powered chair for young children
  • Accessible transport advice
What do I need to bring with me when I attend my assessment?

If you are coming for a driving assessment it is important to bring your driving licence if you have it. If you do not have a driving licence bring some proof of identification. You should also bring any medication you need to take during the time you are with us, together with any glasses needed for driving and reading and hearing aids if applicable.

How long will my assessment take?

You should allow four hours for your assessment to be completed.

My son/daughter wants to learn to drive. They have a disability, what should I do?

To enrol in QEF’s driving school all clients need to have a QEF driving assessment first. Complete the driving assessment application form and send it in for our review. A member of our bookings team will be in touch to discuss next steps.

If you don’t feel an assessment is necessary, visit www.disabilitydrivinginstructors.com to contact a driving instructor near you.

Do I need a licence before I come for an assessment?

We have an off-road private track for driving, therefore a licence is not needed to take the assessment. However we will not be able to take you out onto the public roads, which may mean that you will be required to come back when you do have licence cover to take an on-road drive; if this is appropriate to your assessment.

Can I buy any food if I need it?

Water, tea and coffee are available on site. Snacks are usually available through a vending machine but please don’t rely on this as it is not always fully stocked.

How much will my assessment cost?

This varies depending on the type of assessment involved and whether you have been referred by a third party. Our team member will confirm the cost to you at the time of booking.

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Want to speak to a member of the team?

Complete our client enquiry form or call us today
Enquiry Form

Contact by Telephone

If you would prefer, you can contact the team via telephone on 0208 770 1151