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Résidence senior: APL guide 2026

Résidence autonomie et résidence services seniors sont deux statuts distincts, et ils n'ouvrent pas les mêmes droits. Cette page précise la différence avant d'expliquer les démarches propres à chacune.

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Résidence senior and housing aid

APL (Aide Personnalisée au Logement) is calculated using a formula that considers your rent (capped by zone), a charge allowance of 61 €/month, and your personal contribution based on your income. Since 2021, CAF uses contemporary income assessment: your income is reviewed quarterly.

APL rent ceilings 2026

Zone 1
337 €
single person
Zone 2
294 €
single person
Zone 3
275 €
single person

Charge allowance: 61 €/month. Ceilings rise with household size. See all ceilings

Source: https://www.caf.fr/professionnels/offres-et-services/accompagnement-des-allocataires/bareme-aides-au-logement.

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