Welcome to Autism East Midlands

Supporting young people, adults and their families since 1968.

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We provide a wide range of care, support and educational services to meet the needs of autistic individuals of all ages, and their families and carers.

Need a short family break, or a trip somewhere different?

Our holiday lettings are set in the tranquil surroundings of Ashbourne and offer comfortable care-free packages that suit families, groups and those with a wandering spirit.

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Want to know more about autism and our support? Read our latest news stories.

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Behind the scenes at Ace: How our delicious popcorn is made

Behind the scenes as the Marketing Team sees how delicious Ace Popcorn is made!

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Ace Popcorn is on Facebook and Instagram!

Ace Popcorn is on Facebook and Instagram!

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We have a New Date for Recruitment Day at Braithwell!

We're delighted to have a new date for our recruitment day at Braithwell.

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Sherwood staff member nominated at Proud to Care awards

Support Worker Kirsty was recently nominated at the Notts Proud to Care awards.

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Upcoming Christmas Events!

Find out more about the upcoming Christmas events!

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Daniel Pikett is one step closer to London 2026!

Daniel Pikett made it to the summit of Snowdon, as part of his journey to the London Marathon 2026!

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The Old Fire Station is having a Charity Drive through Worksop with Santa!

There will be a charity drive with Santa around Worksop and a Christmas Market at the Old Fire Station on...

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Stay in the warmth of our cosy Holiday Lets this Christmas!

This Christmas, you can get a discount when you use the code XMAS10 and book between 18th - 31st December!

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Students design new look for popcorn enterprise

Students at Sutherland House School recently got to design a new look for our new popcorn social enterprise.

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25 November 2025

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We had a fabulous time checking out the new popcorn facilities at our centre 🌟

Apprentice Jacob even kitted up and had a go at making some popcorn himself. 🥰

23 November 2025

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We aren't looking for a gardener. 🪴🌳

We're looking for someone to help nurture the passion that our incredible service users have for gardening, supporting them to learn new skills.

This may involve:

🥬 Shopping for seeds, led by the service users' choice and autonomy
🌳 Mapping out what they want their garden to look like
🍂 Teaching life skills, like how to tidy up the garden in winter or rake up leaves

Passion for gardening is a must, yes. But we also want a Garden Lead who is passionate about people and supports our vision.

If this sounds like you, and you're looking for a new part-time role covering 22 hours per week, this could be the role for you.

Apply ➡️ https://bit.ly/3JN4fiz

23 November 2025

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Students from Sutherland House School recently visited Trent Bridge cricket ground to learn how to play Table Cricket. 🏏

Table cricket is an adapted version of cricket, played on a table tennis table and specially designed to give young people with a special needs the chance to play and compete.

We were very proud of how well our students represented the school. Well done! 🌟

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