We’re building more inclusive communities
At genU, we’re united in our mission to empower people to reach their full potential.
Our work supports multi generations of people to create and embrace opportunities to connect, participate and thrive.
We offer a diverse range of services that include disability support, senior services, training, and employment across Australia. Reflecting our heritage, we are proud to be one of the largest NDIS providers in Australia.
As a profit-for-purpose organisation, we reinvest back into areas that help to build more inclusive communities.
The genU family includes genU Training, MatchWorks, Barwarre Gardens, St Laurence Park retirement, Eastern Hub, The Otway Kitchen and Seasons Cafe and Catering.
You’ll find our locations all across Australia.
We provide a range of services to support people in our community to reach their full potential, including:
- Disability support services, such as individual support, employment, accommodation and recreation activities.
- NDIS coordination and assistance.
- Senior services, ranging from home care packages and community support to retirement living, respite and residential aged care.
- Nationally accredited training and education including qualifications, short courses, Training U For Work and Commercial and corporate training.
- Business and community services, including inclusion programs, as well as food and business support services.
- Employment services including Workforce Australia, Disability Employment Services, supported employment, employment pathways and recruitment solutions. Learn more about the genU Family.













Our story started in 1952 when a small group of parents in Geelong dreamed of a world for their children where disability would not stand in the way of their opportunities and potential.
The parents created a play centre which became known as Karingal. As their children grew, Karingal grew, creating new, inclusive spaces and services for people with disability.
In 2017, the best of two trusted and respected organisations, Karingal and St Laurence, came together under the new name genU.
Today, the genU national footprint includes nearly 4,000 staff at 200 locations across Australia. Our vision is to support every person in the community to overcome challenges and make the most out of every opportunity that comes their way.
Our vision
Build inclusive communities.
Our mission
Create and deliver innovative services and support that empowers people to reach their full potential.
We deliver on our mission and vision by delivering disability support services, senior services, NDIS coordination, and business and community inclusion programs.
Our values

We are friendly and inclusive.

We are courageous, inspired and creative.

We care for our people, our clients, our communities and the environment.

We are capable, confident and supported.
We are caring, honest and professional.
We’re a Registered NDIS Provider since 2013 and are one of the largest disability service providers under the scheme in Victoria.
From applying to the NDIS to understanding funding and support levels and accessing those supports, we’ve got you covered.
Read more about genU and the NDIS.
We are endorsed as a Disability Confident Recruiter. Learn more about our Disability confident Recruitment practices.