New Homes on the Way for Older People in Scunthorpe and Lincoln
Work has started on two new supported housing schemes for older people which will provide 40 new homes in Scunthorpe and Lincoln.
LACE Housing, a specialist in housing for older people, is developing the schemes which will costs a total of £6.4m.
With the support of Homes England, Collinson Court will provide 16 one-bedroom and two-bedroom affordable apartments with communal facilities on land off Willoughby Road in Scunthorpe.
The site, previously the home of The Riddings Methodist Church, is located close to a wide range of amenities that will support independent living. Local contractor TG Sowerby Construction has been appointed to complete works by early 2023.
Located off Harpers Road on the outskirts of Lincoln, Roman Gate Court will consist of 24 one-bedroom apartments with communal facilities to complement other nearby developments.
Lincoln firm Lindum Group have been appointed to proceed with the construction of Roman Gate Court. The site boasts a wide range of amenities nearby including the Nettleham Fields shopping centre, supermarket, fitness centre and places to eat and drink.
LACE Housing’s CEO Nick Chambers said: “Despite the many challenges experienced over the past year, we are delighted that works have now begun on a further development of 40 much needed homes for older people in Greater Lincolnshire.
“This could not have been achieved without the support of the local authorities, the local community, local contractors and Homes England. Designed for those over the age of 55, both developments will complete during spring 2023.”
To find out more about LACE Housing’s new developments, visit the website.
Notes for editors:
- LACE Housing is a charitable organisation and the developments have been made possible thanks to a £2m grant from Homes England as part of its Affordable Homes Programme.
- Established in 1964 and approaching its 60th Anniversary, LACE Housing is a voluntary, not-for-profit association with charitable status specialising in the provision of affordable housing and support services for older and vulnerable people across Lincolnshire.
- LACE Housing provides housing with extra care for older people with high support and personal care needs and sheltered accommodation for those who want to retain more independence.
- It is the leading social housing provider in Lincolnshire specialising in a wide range of housing and support services.
- LACE Housing is a member of the Lincs Independent Living Partnership currently delivering the Lincolnshire Wellbeing Service which includes personal support, simple aids, minor home adaptations, telecare services and rapid response services.
- Nick also chairs both local and national meetings including the Greater Lincolnshire Housing Association Partnership representing housing associations operating within the area.
- Homes England is the non-departmental public body that funds new affordable housing in England. It was founded on 1 January 2018 to replace the Homes and Communities Agency. Find out more: https://www.homesenglandcareers.co.uk/about-us/
- For more information visit www.lacehousing.org
