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.

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

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Seaside-at-home experience at Mundy Street

Our Mundy Street day service worked together to bring the joy of being at the seaside to those we support.

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Local Timber Company donates new bench to Old Fire Station

Worksop-based timber company GG broadhead Timber LTD recently crafted and donated a new bench to our Old Fire Station day...

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Poplars residents celebrate solar eclipse

Poplars residents celebrate solar eclipse

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Hamilton visits National Sea Life Centre

Our Hamilton day service attendees recently visited the National Sea Life Centre in Birmingham.

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Caroline's first holiday abroad

One of the service users we support, decided to go to Benidorm for their first holiday abroad

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A Week at Whitegates

Three service users have shown progress this week at our Whitegates respite service.

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It's a Beechwood Birthday!

Residents celebrate birthdays in service

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Hazel's first horse ride

Hazel, who stays at our Nottingham-based residential service, had her first horse ride!

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Poplar resident awarded for gardening efforts

Joanne lives at one of our residential settings, and over the past several months has been investing time and energy...

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26 September 2026

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Let's get sporty! ⚽

At Sherwood Centre, the people we support hosted their very own Sports Day, challenging themselves with some friendly competition.

It was an excellent day for some exercise, but more importantly, it was just great fun! 🙌

25 September 2026

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The sad truth is that many autistic people face barriers in the workforce.

From complicated job applications to unclear expectations for interviews... not to mention managing anxieties.

If you:

✨ Are an autistic person looking for work;
✨ Are a parent or carer that knows someone looking for work;
✨ Are interested in courses, training or work experience

Please give us a call on 01909 506 678 or email us at employment@aem.org.uk.

25 September 2026

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Happy birthday MG! 🎉

Yesterday our Bolsover residence celebrated a birthday party for one of the fantastic people we support, complete with cake! 🎂

If you know MG, you know that the Grinch is his absolute favourite character - and guess who showed up for his birthday party? 😇💚

MG was so excited that he spent the evening with his housemates and invited next door too!

Everyone had a wonderful time! 💖