QEF, which is a national disability charity supporting nearly 10,000 people, has been celebrating its 90th anniversary this year.

The wind-down process is expected to take 28 days to allow time for alternative placements to be found for its residential clients.

The charity says;

“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.”

Just last month, at a QEF event at Epsom Downs Racecourse, broadcaster Gyles Brandreth spoke of his love for the charity.

MP for Epsom and Ewell, Helen Maguire says;

“I was deeply saddened to learn that Queen Elizabeth’s Foundation for Disabled People (QEF) will be
closing after more than 90 years of providing life-changing support to disabled people in Surrey and
across the country.

QEF has been a cornerstone of our community in Leatherhead, offering wonderful person-centered care
that has seen thousands of people rebuild their independence.

I saw first-hand the incredible work of their staff when I visited earlier this year, and my thoughts right
now are with them and their clients during what will likely be a very difficult time.

I am in touch with QEF to understand the full impact of this closure and what support can be provided to
ensure continuity of care for their clients.”