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.
The assessment will determine the person’s cognitive and physical skills, and is followed by a practical session driving an appropriate vehicle. The conclusions and a decision will be provided and included in a written report.
For self-referring private individuals, we are able to offer a subsidised assessment for £375. The cost of a motorbike, lorry, bus driver, vans is £710. This includes 2 sessions and offsite costs. All other enquirers, including all public and private sector organisations, should contact the centre for up-to-date prices.
If you would prefer, you can contact the team via telephone on 0208 770 1151