Autism Acceptance Week 2022

In 2022, we’re continuing our journey to acceptance.

Register to join us for Autism Acceptance Month and help make it our biggest and best year to date!

Schools

Do you want your school to get involved in Autism Acceptance Week? Click here to register. Read more

Businesses

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Individuals

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Latest

'Wonderland of opportunities’ for pupils as NEAS reopens Minster cafe

Pupils from Thornhill Park School will be working at the café when it reopens to the public from June 23.
No two days are ever the same

Jane Gilbert, who is a Team Leader within our Family Support service, says she can't see herself working anywhere else.
I can’t see myself working anywhere else

Rae Markham found her dream job working within our childcare services after becoming friendly with a young adult in her previous job at Lush.
'An amazing experience from start to finish'

Father and son duo Jon and Josh Sinclair walked the 86-mile length of Hadrian's Wall during May half term.

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The North East Autism Society is campaigning for autism acceptance.
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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.
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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.
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What are the signs and symptoms of possible autism?
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.
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.
Why work for us?

We recognise that the work we do wouldn’t be possible without our incredible team of dedicated employees. With opportunities within our care, education, employment and family support services, there’s a career for you at the North East Autism Society.

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