Synerpa

Synerpa is France’s national trade union representing private organisations in the ageing sector, including care homes, senior residences and home-help services. For more than 20 years, it has brought together providers supporting older people across the care journey, from assistance at home to residential accommodation and shared housing. Its network includes 3,500 members, whose organisations provide accommodation and support to more than 300,000 people and employ 150,000 staff across over 30 professions.

The organisation represents private-sector providers before public authorities and contributes to consultations and negotiations on ageing and care policy. It also acts as a social partner, supports dialogue with labour organisations, and works to strengthen the sector’s appeal and workplace quality. Through regional representatives, Synerpa maintains local connections across France. It informs, advises and assists members as their activities evolve, while promoting professional good practice. Its initiatives also address mediation, employment, sustainable development, ethics and preventing malnutrition. In 2023, Synerpa established a charter setting out ten commitments focused on ethics, transparency and improving support for older people.