National House Project
Leah Hickson
Project Lead
Project Leads manage the project, staff and build relationships with partners
Leah has extensive experience of working with Children and Young people and has worked for the local authority for 12 years.
Previous to House Project Leah worked for the local teenage pregnancy prevention team and has managed a multi-agency team of staff working with both families and adults.
Leah is passionate about the young people of Stoke and is dedicated to ensuring that young people have the support they need to be the best that they can be.
Latest News
New Local House Project to launch in Cheshire East
Cheshire East is launching a new house project to support care leavers with skills, guidance, and community as they transition to independent living. The first programme starts May–August 2026.
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'Alan's Story' film wins EVCOM Award
We’re delighted to celebrate the fantastic news that Alan’s Story, created by Reels in Motion in partnership with NHP, has won Gold at the EVCOM Live & Film Awards 2025
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CLNM Conference 2025: Interdependence in Action
The Care Leavers National Movement (CLNM) Conference 2025 brought together young people, Local House Projects (LHPs), staff and partners from across the country for a day of inspiration, connection and learning. This year’s theme, 'Interdependence', shaped every part of the event, highlighting the importance of support, collaboration and strong relationships in helping care-experienced young people thrive.
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