Support with neurodiversity
If you believe you are autistic, or that you have ADHD, support is available without the need for a diagnosis. Services are available locally and nationally.
National Support
- National Autistic Society can provide advice and guidance
- ADHD UK have strategies, products and ideas that may help.
Local Support
- Autism East Midlands offer a wide range of support services on an individual basis and as part of group support.
Telephone: 01909 506 678
Email: enquiries@aem.org.uk
- Citizens Advice Mid Mercia offers the Autism Information and Advice Service, designed to support autistic people, as well as their families, friends, carers, and professionals in Derbyshire County and Derby City. This service provides accessible information about autism and the support available locally both pre and post diagnosis.
Telephone: 01332 228 790
Email: autismservice@citizensadvicemidmercia.org.uk
Neurohubs in Derbyshire
Neurohubs support children, young people up to age 25, and their families. These hubs offer a safe and supportive environment where individuals can seek advice, support, and guidance without the need for an assessment or diagnosis. The details are below:
South Derbyshire Neurohub
Address: 114 Church Street, Church Gresley, Swadlincote, DE11 9NR
Telephone: 01332 228 744 (9am-5pm)
Email: ch@citizensadvicemidmercia.org.uk
Heanor Neurohub
Address: Mundy Street Day Service, Mundy Street, Heanor, DE75 7EB
Telephone: 07510 928 349
Email: neurohub@aem.org.uk
Chesterfield Neurohub
Address: Fairplay, Alexandra Road West, Chesterfield, S40 1NP
Telephone: 07874 941 890 or 01246 886 475
Email: neurohub@fair-play.org.uk
Derby NeuroHub
Address: St James Centre, Malcolm Street, Derby, DE23 8LU
Telephone: 07561 856 320 or 01332 604 080
Email: neurohub@stjamescentre.org
Buxton Neurohub
Address: Zink HQ, Clough Street, Buxton, SK17 6LJ
Telephone: Mobile: 07498 892 525 or 01298 214 926
Email: neurohub@zink.org.uk