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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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Confidence shines as Andy performs at choral concert

We were so proud to witness one of our residents, Andy, singing his heart out at a recent concert.

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A Proud Moment for Liam

Liam at Mundy Street recently embraced new skills and a new volunteer role during a recent visit to a cafe.

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Sarah celebrates 28 years of working for AEM with Whitegates BBQ party

Whitegates celebrated a major milestone for staff member Sarah, marking 28 years at Autism East Midlands.

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Emma's Story: From Teaching Assistant to Senior Leadership

Emma Foulkes tells us how she's thriving in an environment that makes a difference to the lives of autistic young...

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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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11 July 2026

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Do you want to make a difference in a rapidly growing charity that values autistic people? ⭐

With more sites and social enterprises than ever before, we're excited to add a new Maintenance Person to our Estates team.

The role is full-time, working across a range of sites, from residential and respite services to production spaces and schools.

No two days are the same, and it's important that you share our mission for a world that values and recognises autistic people.

Apply: https://bit.ly/44ZUdkM

11 July 2026

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That's a wrap! ✨ Some of our students at Sutherland House took part in a performance of a Midsummer's Night's Dream for the Royal Shakespeare's playmaking festival.

After several rehearsals and a performance last Tuesday on stage alongside several other schools from Nottingham, it was a big hit! ⭐

For some students, it was their first time on stage and for others it was the second-year running.

We're so proud of them all! 💖

10 July 2026

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Sherwood fun at iFUN 🎉🛝

Many of our Sherwood Centre service users went to celebrate the first birthday of i FUN Mansfield Trampoline & Soft Play in Mansfield Woodhouse.

Play spaces are so important to local communities, especially in a world where things can sometimes feel scary and uncertain.

Service users were keen to have their photos taken so we could share them making the most of these excellent facilities, only a short walk away from our day services.

We hope their smiling faces offer a reminder to sometimes embrace the fun in life 🥰