# Rising Ehpad nursing home costs in France

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/rising-ehpad-nursing-home-costs-in-france
> Updated: 2026-09-12T04:00:00.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 3.

Nursing home (Ehpad) costs in France are increasing, driven by inflation and geopolitical conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. Pricing structures vary by sector, with public facility rooms costing approximately 70 euros per day compared to private commercial facilities that can exceed 150 euros per day.

Total costs are divided into care, dependency, and accommodation. While Social Security covers care and departmental councils manage dependency through Personalised Autonomy Allowances (APA), residents are responsible for accommodation costs, which may be assisted by social housing aid (ASH). Dependency levels are determined by medical professionals using the GIR (resource group) scale from 1 to 6; individuals classified between 1 and 4 are eligible for APA. While basic services like catering and laundry are included in standard accommodation fees, additional services such as private telephone lines or internet access may incur extra charges.

In the Alsace region, the Ehpad Barberousse in Haguenau, previously noted as the most affordable facility in the area with monthly rates of 1,933 euros, has announced a 15% price increase for this autumn due to a growing deficit. The financial strain is becoming evident for local families; in the Bas-Rhin region, one resident reported that his parents' monthly bill at a private non-profit facility near Strasbourg has reached 5,258 euros. This amount exceeds their retirement pensions, potentially forcing the family to sell their home to cover ongoing care expenses.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-12: Alsace family faces financial strain from rising Ehpad costs

A family in Alsace, France, is struggling to afford nursing home costs for elderly parents, with monthly bills reaching 5,258 euros, exceeding their retirement pensions.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alsace-family-faces-financial-strain-from-rising-ehpad-costs

### 2026-09-12: Ehpad nursing home costs rise due to inflation and sector differences

Ehpad nursing home costs in France are rising due to inflation. Prices vary by sector, with public rooms costing around 70 euros daily compared to over 150 euros in private facilities.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ehpad-nursing-home-costs-rise-due-to-inflation-and-sector-differences

### 2026-09-12: Ehpad Barberousse in Haguenau to raise nursing home rates

Ehpad Barberousse in Haguenau, Alsace's most affordable nursing home, will raise its monthly rates by 15% this autumn to address a growing deficit.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ehpad-barberousse-in-haguenau-to-raise-nursing-home-rates

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