What Association ALYS does

ALYS is a French nonprofit association (Association Loi 1908) headquartered in Ennery, Moselle, that delivers social and medico-social services across three departments of the Grand Est region — Meuse (55), Meurthe-et-Moselle (54), and Moselle (57). Created on January 1, 2019 through the merger of AFAD de Moselle and AMF55, ALYS operates 53 establishments and services employing 985+ professionals. Its service portfolio spans the full life-course care continuum: early childhood (10 multi-accueils, 6 micro-crèches, home childcare/SOS Nounou, TISF, parental support, périscolaire), seniors and disability (SAAD home help, SSIAD nursing care at home, two résidences autonomie — Mirabelle and Souville in Verdun, two Equipes Spécialisées Alzheimer, the AMI'S and LE PHARE resource centers, and a Centre de Ressources Territorial), plus a Téléassistance product line featuring 4G GPS-enabled watches with automatic fall detection. The underlying technology stack is operational rather than AI-native: MediSysnet portals for clients and employees, an AIGA family management platform, online contract management and payment (systempay), and connected telecare hardware.

ALYS operates a sales-led go-to-market through direct service provision, with revenue generated via a mixed public-private funding model. Authorized services are paid through departmental councils (Conseils départementaux), regional health agencies (ARS), CAF (Caisse d'Allocations Familiales), CARSAT Alsace-Moselle, and family contributions calculated on income-adjusted tariffs (PSU for childcare, with 50% tax credits available under French law and the 'Avance immédiate' payment system). Facility management is increasingly structured as Delegations de Service Public (DSP) with communautés de communes (Grand Verdun, Sammiellois, Houve et Pays Boulageois, Saint-Avold). Customer segments are diversified: families with young children, seniors including those with Alzheimer's/dementia, people with physical/intellectual disabilities, and family caregivers (Aidants). Operational scale is anchored by a central kitchen (Cuisine Centrale) in Verdun producing approximately 250 meals daily for 7 crèches, 2 résidences autonomie, and external multi-care facilities, and by the Alys Campus internal training program (launched 2021) which combines CDI contracts and professionalization tracks to build a captive talent pipeline. Recent regulatory validation includes NF Services aux personnes à domicile certification held since 2009 and five services receiving the highest HAS Grade A classification in the 2026 evaluation cycle.

Name

Association ALYS

Legal name

ALYS

Website

https://alys.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

ALYS is a French nonprofit association operating 53 social and medico-social establishments across three Grand Est departments (Meuse, Meurthe-et-Moselle, Moselle), employing 985+ professionals to deliver childcare, senior, and disability services funded by departmental councils, ARS, CAF, and CARSAT.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Social and Medico-Social Services

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (62412), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Health Care and Social Assistance (62), Other Individual and Family Services (62419)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Home Health Care Services (8082), Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050), Services-Child Day Care Services (8351)

akta.pro primary industry

Personal Care & ADL Assistance (bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility) (HLADAGAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Independent Living Community Ancillary Services (Dining/Transportation/Wellness Programs) (HLADAAAI), Occupational Therapy (OT) In-Home (HSABADAB)

Keywords

• Social care services
• Home care services
• Childcare services
• Senior care
• Disability support

Headquarters

HQ city

Ennery

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Social and Medical-Social Services Revenue: ALYS generates revenue through a mixed public-private funding model: government-authorized services funded by departmental councils (Conseils départementaux), regional health agencies (ARS), CAF (Caisse d'Allocations Familiales), CARSAT, and family contributions based on income-adjusted tariffs.
2. Childcare Services (Petite Enfance): Revenue from managing 10 multi-accueils, 6 micro-crèches, and other childcare facilities through delegation of public service (DSP) agreements with local communities. Families pay income-adjusted fees (PSU - Prestation de Service Unique).
3. Home Care Services: Services including home help, nursing care at home (SSIAD), and specialized Alzheimer's support. Revenue derived from public authorizations, health insurance reimbursements, and direct family payments.
4. Senior Residence Services: Two autonomy residences (Résidence Mirabelle and Résidence Souville in Verdun) generating revenue through accommodation fees and potential social assistance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Association ALYS is a French nonprofit association that delivers social and medico-social services across three departments (Meuse, Meurthe-et-Moselle, Moselle) through 53 establishments and a staff of over 985 professionals. Its core offerings include early childhood care (multi-accueils, micro-crèches, home childcare, TISF services), senior autonomy residences (Résidence Mirabelle and Résidence Souville), home care and nursing services (SSIAD, specialized Alzheimer support), disability support, teleassistance via connected GPS watches, and a central kitchen producing 250 meals daily.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Crèches and Multi-accueils (10 Multi-accueils) Collective childcare facilities for children aged 10 weeks to 4 years, offering age-appropriate activities, meals from the central kitchen, and income-adjusted PSU tariffs (Prestation de Service Unique). Operated under DSP with local communities.
• Micro-crèches (6 Micro-crèches) Small-scale collective childcare facilities (capacity typically 12 children) for infants and young children, supported by CAF (Caisse d'Allocations Familiales) and municipal funding to maintain income-adjusted PSU tariffs.
• Home Childcare Services (SOS Nounou, Taties à toute heure, Facil' la vie) Home-based childcare services providing flexible care solutions for families, including emergency childcare via SOS Nounou, regular in-home care via Taties à toute heure, and additional support via Facil' la vie.
• TISF (Service de techniciens d'intervention sociale et familiale) Social and family intervention technicians who provide in-home support to families facing difficulties, including parental support, child welfare, and family dynamics assistance.
• Résidence Autonomie Mirabelle (Verdun) Senior autonomy residence in Verdun providing accommodation, daily living support, care services, and meals (from the central kitchen) for elderly residents maintaining independence.
• Résidence Autonomie Souville (Verdun) Senior autonomy residence in Verdun providing accommodation, daily living support, and care services for elderly residents, with HAS Grade A rating from the Haute Autorité de Santé.
• Home Care Services (Services Autonomie à Domicile) Home-based support services for seniors and people with disabilities, including personal care, daily living assistance, and household help. NF certified since 2009, with 5 services receiving HAS Grade A rating including SAAD PA/PSH 54, SAAD ALYS Familles, and SAAD ALYS ASE.
• SSIAD (Services de Soins Infirmiers A Domicile) Home nursing care services providing medical and paramedical care to elderly, disabled, and chronically ill individuals in their homes, delivered by qualified nurses.
• Specialized Alzheimer Teams (ESA - Equipes Spécialisées Alzheimer) Two specialized home care teams providing tailored support for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, including cognitive stimulation, caregiver education, and home-based therapeutic interventions.
• Connected Telecare Watch (Téléassistance) 4G-enabled telecare watch with integrated GPS and automatic fall detection that alerts a 24/7 response center without user intervention. Provides safety and localization for seniors and people with disabilities both at home and outdoors.
• Resource Centers (AMI'S in Meuse, Le Phare in Metz) Dedicated resource centers providing information, guidance, and support to individuals with disabilities and their families. AMI'S covers the Meuse department and Le Phare serves the Metz territory.
• Disability Home Support Services Home-based support services for individuals with physical, intellectual, or psychological disabilities, including personal care, daily living assistance, and specialized care.
• Central Kitchen (Cuisine Centrale) Central kitchen producing approximately 250 varied and balanced meals daily for 7 crèches, 2 senior residences, and external multi-care facilities, using locally sourced products. Recognized with the Agrilocal55 Silver Medal for over €25,000 in local produce orders.
• Centre de Ressources Territorial (CRT) Territorial Resource Center providing nutritional education, prevention interventions, and support for seniors in the Metz area, including partnerships with local CCAS for dietary balance, protein intake, and hydration programs.
• Neutral Meeting Spaces (Espaces de Rencontre Parents/Enfants) Neutral meeting spaces (2 sites) providing supervised parent-child visits for families in conflict or undergoing separation, supporting conflict management and child welfare.
• Périscolaire (Before/After-School Care) Before and after-school care service providing supervised activities, meals, and homework support for school-age children during out-of-school hours.
• Digital Literacy Workshops for Seniors Tablet and internet training workshops for seniors aged 60+, funded by Carsat Alsace-Moselle, to promote digital inclusion and reduce isolation.
• Alys Campus Training Program Professional training program combining employment contracts (CDI) with professionalization contracts to train individuals for childcare and home help positions across the ALYS network.

Quantifiable outcome

• 5 services received highest Grade A rating from HAS (Haute Autorité de Santé) evaluation
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• CCAS de Metz (Centre Communal d'Action Sociale)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 April 2025CRT (Centre de Ressources Territorial) partnered with CCAS de Metz to provide nutritional education and prevention interventions for seniors at Résidence Autonomie Haute Seille, addressing dietary balance, protein intake, and hydration.
• ASSPO (Association Santé et Services des Pays de l'Orne)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 March 2024ALYS and ASSPO mutualize their SAD (Services à domicile) and SSIAD (Service de soins infirmiers à domicile) services to improve coordination of care for vulnerable individuals in the Joeuf territory (54). The partnership provides comprehensive support including nursing care, memory consultations, home help, telecare, meal delivery, respite platforms, and caregiver support.
• Communauté de communes de la Houve et du Pays BoulageoiscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCommunity of municipalities delegated management of 'Au jardin des escargots' childcare facility to ALYS since January 2024, with capacity for 20 children in Hargarten-aux-Mines.
• CAF de Moselle (Caisse d'Allocations Familiales)coreOthersCAF de Moselle contributes 120,000€ annually to support the Mélusine micro-crèche's PSU tariff system, making childcare accessible to families based on income.
• Commune de Saint-AvoldcoreOthersCommune of Saint-Avold contributes 35,000€ to support the Mélusine micro-crèche's accessible pricing structure in partnership with ALYS and CAF.
• Carsat Alsace-MosellecoreOthersCarsat Alsace-Moselle provides funding for digital literacy workshops for seniors aged 60+, including tablet and internet training programs organized by ALYS.
• Communauté de communes du SammielloiscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDelegation of service public (DSP) for managing 'Les Lutins des Prunus' childcare facility serving 17 children from 10 weeks to 4 years in Saint-Mihiel area.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• O2 Care Services: Leading French personal-services franchise network offering home help, childcare, and senior assistance across the country. Comparable service categories to ALYS, but operates on a private/franchised model rather than nonprofit association.
• Croix-Rouge française: National humanitarian organization delivering a broad portfolio of social and medico-social services (childcare, home care, senior residences, disability) across all French regions. Comparable multi-segment care model but at much larger national scale.
• DomusVi: Major French operator of senior care facilities (EHPAD, résidences autonomie) and home-care services. Directly comparable to ALYS's Résidence Mirabelle/Souville and home-care lines, but at national scale and as a private commercial operator.
• Babilou: Largest French private operator of crèches and micro-crèches. Directly comparable to ALYS's Petite Enfance service line (10 multi-accueils, 6 micro-crèches) but as a national commercial operator rather than nonprofit association.

Direct peers

• APF France Handicap: National French association delivering disability support services (home help, resource centers, specialized care) — the same disability segment that ALYS addresses through AMI'S and Le Phare resource centers. Nonprofit model with similar public-authorization funding.
• UNA (Union Nationale de l'Aide, des Soins et des Services aux Domiciles): French federation of home-help and home-care associations offering the same medico-social, family, and elderly services as ALYS through DSP and departmental authorizations. Highly comparable operating model and customer base.
• ASSPO (Association Santé et Services des Pays de l'Orne): French medico-social association that partnered with ALYS in March 2024 to mutualize home-care (SAD) and nursing-care (SSIAD) services. Operates the same association-based model with public-authorization funding and integrated care pathways.
• Petits-Fils: Specialized French home-care provider focused on elderly assistance (ADL help, Alzheimer support, teleassistance), competing with ALYS for the same senior segment via direct-pay and public-authorization revenue across multiple regions.
• ADMR (Fédération Nationale): National federation of French home-care and personal-services associations operating under the same nonprofit/association model, with similar public-authorization funding from departmental councils, ARS, CAF and CARSAT. Most direct peer by structure, service mix (childcare, home help, family services), and regulatory framework.
• Fondation OVE: French nonprofit foundation operating disability and child-care facilities and services across multiple regions. Directly comparable association/foundation structure and disability-service focus to ALYS's handicap segment.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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