28th May 2026
The Breast Cancer Nursing Team and Leanne Rooney from the charity Pretty ‘n Pink.
A new dedicated comfort room has officially opened in the Glenanne Unit at Craigavon Area Hospital.
It will serve as a safe and compassionate space for breast cancer service users and families during some of the most difficult moments of their care journey.
The room is dedicated to the memory of the founder of Pretty ‘n Pink, who was cared for by the nursing team in the Glenanne Unit in Craigavon Area Hospital.
The setting was developed in collaboration with the Trust’s Breast Cancer Specialist Nurses and the charity Pretty ‘n Pink. It has been thoughtfully designed with calming lavender tones and features artwork by Moira artist Karolina Baldyga, herself a breast cancer survivor.
Staff will use the facility as a counselling room where they can sensitively support patients following difficult diagnoses or conversations and will also provide a private and appropriate environment for specialist bra fitting services before and after surgery.
Declan McClements, Interim Director of Surgery and Clinical Services explained:
“This room brings to life our Vision and Strategy commitment to delivering person-centred care and will make a real difference to those accessing our services.
“We are extremely grateful to Pretty ‘n Pink for their support and to our Estates Team for transforming this area into a welcoming sanctuary for our patients.”
Artist Karolina Baldyga, created a series of paintings charting her journey through breast cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Leanne Rooney from Pretty ‘n Pink added that the Breast Care Nurses in the Glenanne Unit provide invaluable guidance.
“Their dedication has been instrumental in the success of this initiative, which has already exceeded our expectations in terms of demand. Through this partnership, patients are able to receive a post-surgery bra along with essential hygiene products prior to their surgery, ensuring they feel prepared and supported.
“I feel very privileged to be in a position to offer this service. A bra is an essential item, not a luxury, and no one should face the added stress of finding the correct bra or the additional financial pressure that can come with it.
She said: “What makes this partnership especially meaningful is the close working relationship nurses Eimer and Annie shared with my sister, Noleen, our Founder. They have continued to support me and this initiative since Noleen’s passing.”