News category: Partnership Updates
Priscilla secures dream traineeship in childcare
genU School Leaver Employment Supports has given Priscilla the opportunity to discover a passion for childcare and start a traineeship. The Geelong school leaver identified industries of interest through the comprehensive process with her genU employment mentor
Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission Audit
An article was published by the Geelong Advertiser on 7 December 2022 regarding previously reported non-compliances from the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission, following an audit back in July.
genU employee Ashley McDowell wins Achievement Award
Congratulations to genU employee, Ashley McDowell who won the 2022 Achievement Award at the Geelong Awards for People with Disability last Friday.
International Day of People with Disability 3 December
International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) marks an important day in the calendar for genU. Our organisation was founded upon building inclusive communities and raising awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability is core to our services and support.
genU continues positive pathway
genU has reported another positive year at its Annual General Meeting on 16 November, strengthening its position to increase service delivery nationally.
Celebrating Dr Virgona and 32 years of clinical care to genU residents
genU hosted a celebratory morning tea to recognise Dr Joseph Virgona’s enormous contribution to genU residential participants.
Li-Ve Tasmania and genU explore opportunity to unite
Tasmanian disability support provider, Li-Ve Tasmania, and Geelong-based disability and aged care provider, genU, have commenced a formal process to explore uniting their operations.
Service Update: Extreme Weather
genU has emergency management plans in place to keep our clients and staff safe and to manage any emergency situations that may arise.
Matt kicks goals in new job
Matt, his genU Employment Pathways coordinator and his MatchWorks employment consultant have been working together to reach his goal of gaining paid employment, which he has achieved.
Innovative gaming program supports LGBTQIA+ youth
An online gaming program is supporting young members of the LGBTQIA+ community to feel confident and proud of their identity.