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.
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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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Behind the scenes at Ace: How our delicious popcorn is made
Our Marketing Team went behind the scenes at Ace Popcorn, getting a first-hand look at our new social enterprise.
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Whitegates described as "amazing lifeline" for family
Hear a family's story of how our respite service has made a difference to one of the people we support.
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Why I am running the City of Lincoln 10K - Julian's Story
Julian shares why he is doing the City of Lincoln 10K for one of his beautiful boys.
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Old Fire Station receives donation from local ASDA
Staff and service users from our Old Fire Station service recently visited their local Asda to pick up donated selection...
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Students from SHS were invited to participate in a Table Cricket Tournament
Students from SHS were invited to participate in a Table Cricket Tournament.
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Students represented SHS in a festive running event
Students represented Sutherland House School in a festive running event.
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Social feed
17 February 2026
Andy's progress to independence ⭐
We're so proud of Andy, who is a resident at one of our Nottinghamshire residential services.
Last year, Andy openly shared with his staff that he wanted to increase his independence, so that he could live in supported living one day.
He's been working so hard with his staff to learn things like when to take his medication or keeping money on his person while he's out-and-about.
Andy said: "I started to carry money with me instead of staff doing this for me. Next thing I want to achieve is to download an online banking app so I can keep my card on me instead of cash."
Full story: https://bit.ly/3MAAm6m
17 February 2026
Our Employment Coach had an extra attendee at one of our sessions this week! 🐶
Cooper was a curious pup who wanted a good look at the computer and simply could not wait until his owner's session was finished.
We had a good chuckle as Cooper's face peered into the camera lens - it really goes to show just how relaxed our online sessions can be!
Do you know someone that could benefit from some 1:1 online support with job searches, CVs, interviews, applications? Contact our team at employment@aem.org.uk.
16 February 2026
It's a Mocktail Monday! 🍹
Residents in Bolsover have been putting their skills to the test, spending the weekend making Valentine's mocktails and chocolate treats. 🍫
They had so much fun, and it's wonderful to see them enjoy the fruits of their labour - literally!
