LACE Housing was founded by Frank Eccleshare O.B.E. in 1964 to help meet the Housing and Care needs of Older People within the City of Lincoln.

Following a survey initiated by City of Lincoln Council, Frank, a master builder and City Councillor at that time, was challenged by his wife to respond to the needs of the elderly within the City.

During his working life, Frank served during World War II at RAF Scampton, Coningsby and Woodhall Spa before returning to his trade as a master builder within the City of Lincoln. He served as a City Councillor, Chairman of Lincoln City Football Club, Mayor of Lincoln and Chairman of Lincolnshire Social Services.

Frank was awarded the OBE in 1978. He was also a life President of Age COncern, Lincoln and has been awarded the City of Lincoln Civic Award and Honary Freeman of the city.

Sadly, Frank passed away in January 2008, however his vision continues to inspire us to respond to the needs of Older People within the City and County of Lincolnshire.

Our first project for Older People was the development of Rasen House, completed in 1966.

During the past 46 years we have experienced considerable growth in terms of the amount and range of Housing, Care and Support Services provided. Our continued success is down to the invaluable support and commitment given by our 260 staff, over 60 voulunteers and by working in partnership with other agencies and organisations.


Our main objective for the future is to continue to provide and develop Housing, Care and Support Services that enable Older People within Lincolnshire the opportunity to retain and regain personal dignity and independence at a time when frailty and disability threaten to take it away.