Welcome to Autism East Midlands
Supporting young people, adults and their families since 1968.
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.
Old Fire Station Celebrates 1st Birthday
Old Fire Station service users and staff threw a special party to celebrate the service's first birthday.
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Whitegates service user Mariah dances to success
Whitegates service user Mariah recently won her first dance trophy after an amazing performance.
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Over £2,000 raised through miles and cakes - Rachael's Journey
Rachael's journey to the London Marathon has been one that left us speechless as she has been carrying out her...
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Students on track to success with EMR supported scheme
A group of our students have recently completed three weeks of a supported placement with EMR.
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New website for ACE Popcorn now live - Autism East Midlands' social enterprise
We're proud to announce that we have recently launched a brand new website for ACE Popcorn, our new social enterprise.
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Independence shines at Whitegates for laundry Lee
Lee loves doing laundry, so he put his skills to the test at our Whitegates respite service.
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Autism East Midlands opens new independent school in Doncaster
Autism East Midlands are proud to announce that we have officially opened a new independent school for autistic children and...
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Bolsover residents celebrate Pancake Day
Residents at our Bolsover residential service recently celebrated Pancake Day.
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Andy's progress to independence
Andy, one of our residents, shares how our staff have supported him in developing independent living skills.
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1 June 2026
We're hiring a Bid Writer! ⭐
💰 Fanatic about funding?
✏️ Brilliant at bids?
📈 Incredible with impact data?
This role is a 12-month contract position for our new AEM Creates project, working on a full time basis to secure vital long and short-term funding.
Apply: https://bit.ly/4wF19R7
1 June 2026
Nothing wrong with a bit of dino-fun! 🦖
Our Bolsover residents recently visited Jurassic Cove Adventure Golf for a spot of mini-golf, giving much-needed sunshine and enjoyment.
It was such a lovely day, we couldn't be more happy to support these fine gentlemen!
P.S: Turns out we're sharing on Dinosaur Day too!
31 May 2026
Are you a business or charity looking to be autism-friendly? ✨
Did you know we deliver specialist training which aims to build communities that are accessible for autistic people?
Interested? Contact us at:
📞 01909 506 678
✉️ training@aem.org.uk
If you're looking to provide a more inclusive workplace, get in touch. 💖 https://www.autismeastmidlands.org.uk/adult-services/employment-services/training-employment-and-social-enterprise-centre-worksop/book-a-training-course
