Autism Acceptance Week

We hit the road with our drive to acceptance in 2019 - but we’re not there yet! So this year – 2021 - we’re inviting you to join us on the Road to Acceptance.

As the region’s leading provider of services and support for children, young people and adults who are autistic or neurodivergent, part of our role is shaping the narrative on how people view and understand autism.

In past years, in line with our own corporate colours, we’ve asked local authorities, businesses and key locations to illuminate their buildings / landmarks in blue for autism awareness but we’ve long since stepped away from that, adopting GOLD instead.

Our amazing region keeps getting behind us – and the message of autism acceptance went further than our wildest dreams. People all over the world joined in, schools as far away as Australia signed up, London Underground signs were adorned with our words and prominent politicians even shared our campaign to millions of his followers.

So this year – even if we are still in lockdown – you can join us on the Road to Acceptance.

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Adult Day Services - ‏‏‎‎‏‏‎ New Warlands Farm

Adult Day Services - New Warlands Farm is our purpose built vocational training centre based on the outskirts of Durham in 77 acres of farm and woodland.
Our sites
What is Autism?

Autism is the word used to describe a lifelong difference in a person’s neurology. It’s very difficult to say exactly what ‘it’ is because it can’t be separated from the person.
What we do

We help remove barriers to support individuals with autism and learning difficulties into employment. This new service has been designed to support both the individual, and also the employer.
Child Residential Care

We design individual programmes for each child or young person who stays in one of our residences to ensure their specific needs are met. We offer weekly, termly and 52 week residential placements.
What We Believe

We provide a wide – and ever growing – range of services for autistic children, young people and adults, and those with other examples of neurodiversity.
Our Homes

Creating a 'home from home' environment for autistic children and those with learning difficulties
Trampolining Sessions

Our FREE trampolining lessons are open to children, young people and adults with special needs.
Family Workshops

Our workshops focus on empowering parents to use their natural skills to support their children.
Volunteering opportunities

Volunteering is all about making a difference to other people's lives. Taking time out to change things for the better can be great fun. Find out about the list of roles available and the benefits volunteering can have.