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.
Holiday lets unveiled ahead of summer
We're unveiling our newly refurbished holiday lets for short breaks, family stays and more in the tranquility of Ashbourne.
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New fire station day service receives community support ahead of launch
As our new day service gets closer to its official opening date, two organisations recently visited after raising funds.
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Sherwood celebrates summer with strawberry picking
Our Sherwood Centre service users recently planned a trip to School Farm.
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Whitegates throws Summer party for AEM service users
Service users from across our services came together for a summer-themed party and barbeque at Whitegates respite service.
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Sherwood Centre marks VE Day
Our Sherwood Centre at Mansfield Woodhouse recently marked VE Day, hosting a tea party for all its service users.
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Whitegates respite gives warm hot tub welcome to service users
Our Whitegates respite service recently acquired a hot tub for users to enjoy.
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Sherwood crew perform dance show for Special Persons Day
Our Sherwood Centre recently invited families to visit the centre for a special performance from the Sherwood Crew!
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London & Manchester Marathon 2025: Good luck to all our runners!
Best of luck to the seven runners who are running the London Marathon this weekend for Autism East Midlands.
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Dukeries enjoy archeology session with Heritage in Mind
Dukeries recently enjoyed an archeology session run by Heritage in Mind.
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30 June 2025
Huge thanks to Jan and Kelly who will be walking across the O2 in just a few short weeks to raise money for Autism East Midlands.
We couldn't be more grateful for their support - please consider donating to their fundraiser if you have anything to spare. ☺️
30 June 2025
Our Social Autism Space had a great time on Saturday at Jurassic Cove mini-golf 🦖
Although it wasn't competitive, our coordinator Dan has no shame in admitting that he came last, but it was all good fun!
For autistic adults, sometimes opportunities to socialise with people that understand autism are rare. Other times, it can be hard to find a regular routine with a group.
We're proud to offer a safe space for people to be who they are, whether in our services or out-and-about in our communities.
We'd call that a...
Hole-in-one! ⛳
29 June 2025
Hope everyone is having a lovely weekend!
We're just enjoying the day-to-day at South Lodge, with Adam making himself some lunch and Mikey enjoying the outdoors.
