Courtlands Village Winter 2017 Newsletter

Christadelphian Aged Care

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W I N T E R

N E W S L E T T E R

COURTLANDS, WESTCOURT & NORTHCOURT Address: 15 Gloucester Ave, North Parramatta Phone: (02) 9683 8000

Winter is the time for comfort, for good food and

WARMTH for the touch of a friendly hand and a talk beside the fire: it is the time for

HOME - Edith Sitwell

Email: admin@chomes.com.au

Manager’s Message Welcome to Courtlands, Westcourt & Northcourt You may have noticed butterflies appearing around our Home over the past few months. Courtlands is very excited to be part of a cultural change program being rolled out across Christadelphian Aged Care. We had a fabulous launch on April 26 where four signature behaviours were revealed to our staff to help them improve their care and interaction with others. As part of the program we are noting down examples of when staff display the signature behaviours on a giant butterfly sticker on the wall. I encourage family and residents to comment on staff’s behaviour to management so we can write down these wonderful examples. For more about the Pulse program and to see the signature behaviours please see page 10 of this newsletter.

Winter is here, and the colours in our gardens are changing with the season. Winter also means there is a higher risk of the flu. I would like to remind family and visitors to please not visit our Home if they are experiencing any flu-like symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, coughing or fever.

It’s also a good time for families to check their loved ones’ wardrobes to make sure they have enough warm winter clothes, such as winter pyjamas, jackets or cardigans.

Renovations on The Vista and Terrace are continuing, with disruption to residents, staff and families kept to a minimum. If you would like more information about the renovations please see the Construction Newsletter available at admin and the entrance to The Vista and The Terrace, or come and see me.

Finally, we regret to announce Wannapa Foytong has left us to begin some new endeavours. Wannapa has worked at Courtlands since July 2016 and during this time has demonstrated a professional and committed attitude in the role of Facility Manager. We thank Wannapa for her support and wish her well for the future. I will be filling the role of Acting Facility Manager while we find a permanent replacement.

Regards, Jenny Yates - Senior Manager, Operations

Senior Village Manager’s Message Tonight, I watched a great-great-grandfather of 101 years and 38 days, jump out of an aeroplane, creating a world record. Four generations stood together as he touched down. Who is this man and what made him wish to be a record holder?

Each of us have dreams and aspirations to be or do something amazing, something that is special to us alone. Being able to text a message on your mobile phone to the grandchildren, riding a Harley Davidson motorbike, learning to play a musical instrument or being able to continue playing a musical instrument. A small corner of our mind is reserved for this feat, wondering if one day it will happen.

We watch people on TV chasing their dreams - creating floating ice-cream, crooning the latest tune or coating a colourful house. As we age, our dreams may become clearer, we know we don’t want to create a floating ice-cream, but we would like to get to know about the birds that flit around the garden. Sometimes the cares of this life can make us so anxious we can only see the tips of our toes, not the road ahead.

Today, lift up your eyes and think on those dreams. Go out of your way to cheer someone else up. Today is a gift from the Lord. Don’t give way to fears and frustrations. Let them go… and decide, what is my dream?

Kind Regards, Jane Burns - Senior Manager, Retirement Villages

Volunteer Thankyou Lunch

Upcoming Events Self Care

Terrace

Grange

JUNE

JUNE

JUNE

1st - Stafford Fashions 7th - Lunch Bus trip 13th - Quoits 14th - Banjo Beads shop 21st - Potential Date for Coach Trip 26th - Lowes clothing pop-up shop 27th - Quoits 28th - Morning Tea

JULY TBA - Winterfest Celebrations

1st - Stafford Fashions 13th - Queen’s Birthday High Tea 14th - Banjo Beads shop 22nd - Lunch Trip 26th - Lowes clothing pop-up shop

JULY TBA - Winterfest Celebrations 27th - Lunch Trip

AUGUST 24th - Lunch Trip

1st - Stafford Fashions 12th - Queen’s Birthday High Tea 17th - Armchair Travel to Lebanon 19th - Resident Event Committee 26th - Lowes clothing pop-up shop 27th - Tea Tasting

JULY

TBA - Winterfest Celebrations

AUGUST 4th - Baby Shower 12th - Armchair Travel:Brazil

Grove

Vista

Northcourt

JUNE

JUNE

JUNE

1st - All Faiths Church Service 9th - Birthday Entertainment 25th - Picnic Bus Trip 26th - Lowes clothing pop-up shop

1st - Stafford Fashions 12th - Knit & Natter 13th - Card Making with Fiona 19th - Resident Event

Committee & Margaret Branson Concert 25th - Picnic Bus Trip 26th - Lowes clothing pop-up shop

JULY TBA - Winterfest Celebrations

AUGUST 31st - Picnic Bus Trip

JULY

1st - Stafford Fashions 13th - Open Day 19th - Resident Event Committee 25th - Picnic Bus Trip 26th - Lowes clothing pop-up shop

JULY TBA - Winterfest Celebrations

AUGUST

13th - Winterfest Celebrations 31st - Picnic Bus Trip with Murray

AUGUST 31st - Picnic Bus Trip

Happy Birthday!

JUNE

JULY

AUGUST

JUNE

JULY

AUGUST

Self Care

Self Care

Self Care

Vista

Vista

Vista

3 Glen Trezise

3 Barbara Anderson

6 Pat Parker

15 Vera Moulden

6 Dorothy Stapleton

4 Sandra Ackers

6 Pat Reed

8 Ruth Geggie

16 Peter Herring 7 Sylvia Brown

6 Brian McFadden

9 Doreen Arrigo

19 Pat Harrington

26 Shirley Webb

7 Berine Harrington

9 Eric Goodwin 20 Ted Annabel

14 Kim Crossley 31 Jane Roberts

10 Keith Hamilton

12 Sheila McDonnell

27 Jacqueline McDonnell

15 Ruth Fletcher 31 Gloria Stokes

12 Patricia Tracey

14 Trisha Pope

28 Jean Capilli

15 Jennifer Tobin

12 June Bain

21 Margaret Finlayson

7 Michael Gunnell

5 Michie Cheeseman 7 Irene Morgan 8 Meg Adams

18 Co Houtman

13 June Rogers

Grange

15 Mavis Reynolds

23 Alan Cronk

Grange 6 Grahame Kent

Grange 9 Olive McMahon

18 Ray Thorpe

11 Elyane Everad 20 Ivan Ferris

21 Nancy Wilson

17 Allan Huxley 23 Ivy Jaganath

26 Jim Corrie

17 Marie Moses

26 Maureen McManus

24. Marie Day

26 Norma Goodwin

31 John Jukes

27 June Beszant

Grove

29 Joan Williams

Terrace 8 Joan Armstrong

Grove

16. Bonnie Goslett

10 Nell Hart

Terrace

Terrace

5 Archie Tyrrell

5 Mary Stephen

15 Gita Misra

17 Charles Cowper

27 Shirley Downes

10 Dorothea Ellis 25 Edna Porter

Northcourt

Grove

Northcourt 8 Isabel Mangalino

Northcourt 8 Veronica Shapter

Activity Reviews MOTHER’S DAY HIGH TEA - ALL AREAS Our new Resident Event Committee, which is made up of residents from every area of our Courtlands community, held their first event - the Mother’s Day High Tea! We were very blessed to have perfect weather on the day of the event, which was held around the magnolia tree at the bottom of the hill. The harp music, played by harpist Jenni, set the perfect atmosphere for the cups of tea served by staff and volunteers, and scrumptious treats prepared by our fabulous kitchen staff. Our residents enjoyed catching up and meeting with other residents from all over the Courtlands community.

The event was an all-round success as the afternoon was thoroughly enjoyed by all of the nearly 150 residents who attended! We can’t wait to see what our Resident Event Committee comes up with next!

If you are interested in joining the committee please contact Sherene or Joanna.

Activity Reviews SELF CARE We have had some fun over the last few months with activities.

We have started a quoits competition fortnightly on a Tuesday morning - it has been lots of fun. If you have Tuesday mornings free, make the effort to come and join. A new set of quoits has been purchased and we are ready for competition.

We have also had some great in-house shopping of all kinds. From shoes, to clothes, accessories and our favourite jams, chutneys and sauces from the farmer wife.

Our bopping along is going well with a few more joining. It would be great to have a few more. You are able to sit and rest at any point and do the movements at your own pace. Our Tuesday walking group will be moving to 9.30am in the cooler weather, as it is very hard to get out of bed lately.

Also there was a lot of interest in starting a scrabble group, please look at your calendars to see when it’s on.

GRANGE Lots has been happening in the Grange, can you believe it is half way through the year? Time flies when you’re having fun! The Grange residents have been staying active, with not even the cold weather stopping them from enjoying outdoor activities.

Our residents continue to enjoy the usual daily activities to keep their brain and body active with various table games, movies, craft, quizzes, cooking, reminiscing happy hour, birthday celebrations and in-house concerts.

Let’s just name a few special events that have occurred over the past few months in the Grange: Armchair Travel to Ireland and Fiji, Valentine and St Patrick’s Day celebrations, Easter and Mother’s Day celebrations.

Activity Reviews TERRACE We have had a great few months in the Terrace with various activities keeping us busy.

Residents have enjoyed ice cream afternoon with music requests, residents are able to request a song and then staff play it on the iPad and everyone sings along while enjoying a delicious treat.

We have enjoyed the sunshine, with views of Sydney on our bus trips to Manly and up to North Head.

In April, we had a lovely afternoon for Easter with hot cross buns and pin the tail on the bunny.

We celebrated May birthdays with afternoon tea using the fine china and enjoying cheesecake.

NORTHCOURT Our newly refurbished Home at Northcourt is filling up fast with new residents. They spend time with volunteer visits twice a week and Caroline keeps them busy with table games, exercises, cooking class, brain teasers, bus trips and more.

One of the recent highlights was Easter afternoon tea, the decorations where lovely and hot cross buns were delicious and smelt fantastic!

Activity Reviews GROVE Lately, our Grove residents have been enjoying Monthly Entertainers for birthday parties, and a St Patrick’s Day barbecue with lots of yummy food including greenthemed desserts and drinks!

Also cooking classes, craft activities and sitting in the warm sun while reminiscing.

We have recently welcomed Ronda back into the Grove and look forward to the fun and games she has planned!

VISTA Our Vista residents have enjoyed many activities. At art class outside in the sunny courtyard, residents displayed their creativity as they painted water lilies and poppies.

Bus outings were always popular especially the ice-cream stops!

S t Pa t r i ck ’s D ay f e s t iv i t i e s included lots of green-themed food and quizzes about the history of the day.

Our residents celebrated Easter creating colourful hats with the Kings Boys assistance.

Caroline’s 101st Birthday The residents also enjoyed m a k i n g friendship and Mother’s Day cards for family and friends.

Easter Dinner - Courtlands Photos

Pulse: Intentional Culture Program PULSE IN A NUTSHELL Christadelphian Aged Care has taken the step to create an intentional culture with our staff to improve our already high standard of care delivery and make our organisation a happy and motivating place to live and work.

Our aim is to continue to improve our service and quality of care and are committed to developing a staff culture that delivers success in all areas of our organisation.

We have partnered with Pulse Australasia to lead us in building a culture based around our “signature” behaviours. Pulse will support us to promote and actively demonstrate the desired behaviours. To make sure we are progressing staff complete a survey three times a year to monitor the change in our culture.

The program is designed to transform the culture of our organisation and improve both the experiences and productivity of staff while at work and therefore our business performance.

CEO Ross Peden launched the program and our signature behaviours on April 26, 2017 with simultaneous events across all our Homes, Villages and offices.

CAC SIGNATURE BEHAVIOURS CAC employees have collectively committed to demonstrate four signature behaviours: WE ALWAYS WORK TO DELIGHT OUR RESIDENTS UNDERSTAND, SOLVE AND DELIVER DO WHAT WE SAY WE WILL DO WORK TOGETHER, ACHIEVE TOGETHER The behaviours have been associated with a butterfly as a symbol of transformation. An icon on each wing of the butterfly neatly illustrates each behaviour.

The program is positive and fun, and all staff can contribute and recognise when their peers do the right thing.

SPONSORSHIP & SUPPORT FOR THE PROGRAM The program is sponsored by the Board of Directors and the Senior Executives of CAC. A Culture Steering Committee has also been formed, they work with Pulse Australasia to provide oversight of the program, and support managers and Advocates along the way.

ADVOCATES & PULSE CULTURE PROGRAM The signature behaviours are promoted by Advocates (staff) at each Home, Village and office, with fun activities conducted to ensure we are all encouraged to live the behaviours. The Advocates support staff to understand and undertake the culture change we are committed to.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR RESIDENTS & RELATIVES? You will see posters and “butterflies” around our Homes and Villages to promote and remind us of the signature behaviours. You may hear staff talking about “Pulse” and “Signature Behaviours” and see them involved in various activities to develop their ability to demonstrate the behaviours.

Please feel free to encourage staff or compliment them when you see the right behaviours – we are all focused on looking out for more of the positive.

Feel free to ask the Facility Manager any questions about the program or the signature behaviours.

We welcome your support as we take an intentional step on our exciting culture change journey.

Pulse Launch - Photos

26 June 2017

Village Lounge

9.30 am

Resident Story - Jim Gosling As he races towards his 100th birthday and a rendezvous with a letter from Queen Elizabeth II, Jim remains the quintessential epitome of that well-worn phrase, "a gentleman and a scholar”. Quietly spoken by his own admission, Jim measures each word carefully and each statement is worth its weight in gold, laden with wisdom, with only a mischievous twinkle of the eyes suggesting at the good humour that is about to follow.

Jim is Sydney through and through, growing up in Eastwood before attending Petersham Intermediate High. A good writer in school, Jim's first job was as an office boy at a Wheat Broker's at the age of 17. He was there for about four years, and graduated into the accounts department as a cheque writer, which began a career-long love affair with finance that would only end upon his retirement in 1986. From the Wheat Broker's, Jim went to an engineering firm at Auburn, Richie Brothers, who were making carriages for the railway. He recalls that Richie Brothers employed a number tradesman, and had in particular "a lot of old Scottish fellows!”

Richie Brothers has a special place in Jim's life, because it was during this time that an Eastwood boy said 'I do' to an Eastwood girl when Mr Jim Gosling became Mr Jim and Mrs Dorothy Gosling. They would be married for 69 years and their legacy lives on in two children (a boy and a girl), a few more grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren.

Jim smiles a lot when he talks about his Dorothy, and he remembers that "she came from a very nice family”. One memory in particular sticks out to Jim. Before they were married, Jim and Dorothy used to go dancing on Saturday. Jim notes that "these were old time dances, now if you jump up and down in one spot you'll be alright!”

Having become an assistant in the pay office at Richie Brothers, Jim then transferred to A.E. Goodman, a large industrial manufacturing company at St Marys, for a promotion to paymaster. Jim and Dorothy were living at Auburn at the time, which was a difficult journey. To make life a little easier, they acquired an Austin Big Seven, which was quite an old car, and they would stay at Auburn for 17 years, before returning to their Eastwood roots. They would be there for another 49 years.

Worn out with the travel, Jim then applied for a paymaster position with Sydney Woollen Mills, who were based out of Parramatta. As the only successful applicant out of 72, Jim enjoyed his work with Sydney Woollen Mills and would stay there for 25 years. When he left the mills, he joined a company called Carpet Manufacturers (later High Craft Carpet), initially as the assistant to an accountant who Jim recalls "was only a young chappie", before resuming paymaster duties for 10 years until his retirement.

Jim retired around Easter, 1986. One day, he came home and told his wife and the next day she and their daughter "went down to the travel agents and mapped out a touring adventure”. Jim's interests have tended towards sport, especially soccer and cricket, where he was an excellent batsman who unfortunately never got to show his wares in front of the Australian selectors.

Nowadays, Jim relies on his young roommate, John, for all of the latest gossip, often laughing quietly and helplessly to himself as John regales him with the latest Northcourt news.

Staff Profile - Joanna DIVERSIONAL THERAPIST - Terrace and Self-Care I joined the Courtlands family at the young age of 21, straight from university. I was quiet and shy and Simy would say ‘chubby’, and I had no clue. This crazy Brazilian woman, old enough to be my mother, slowly brought me out of my shell.

In a few short few months, I went from having four grandparents to quite a few more. I learnt quickly that you need a saucer with a cup of tea and serviette with all meals, having your handbag and knowing where it is at all times, making sure you have lippy on and a handkerchief before you leave the house and the importance of ironing, among many more vital lessons. Even now nine years later, I am still learning from every resident I meet. All have wonderful and wise stories, if you take a minute to listen they will inspire and move you. The simplest things such as a smile as you walk past can brighten and delight someone's day.

I have really enjoyed working here at Courtlands. There has been some challenging days, however that is normal in any job. Thank you to all the residents who have welcomed me into the Courtlands family.

SPOTLIGHT ON A VOLUNTEER - Vicky I finished my tax and business services job with an accounting firm in the city just before Christmas, as I had decided that after more than 20 years it was time for a change in direction.

While in the transition, volunteering sounded like an opportunity to learn about other areas and provide a chance to help out.

Early this year, Sherene created the trolley run volunteer position for me. I cruise the trolley on the three floors of the Terrace every Wednesday morning.

I remember the first day I started volunteering at Courtlands feeling a bit nervous, and hoped I would not stuff up. Gwen came to my rescue and took me round the first time to introduce me. It was a little bit crazy juggling things, but heaps of fun.

All the supplies on the trolley come from the Courtlands kiosk. The trolley usually has heaps of healthy treats like chocolate, lollies, biscuits and chips, (toothpaste to keep your dentist happy too) and others items like greeting cards and fancy soap, however if you have any suggestions for items to add, let the ladies at the kiosk or me know and if they are available we can try and get them for the next trolley run.

I could not do it without the great help of Magda, Gwen and the other ladies who work in the kiosk, thanks so much.

Just a little bit about me: I live locally, so it is great to be able to walk to Courtlands. I love travel photography, music, films and I do not mind sport, although the teams I follow are pretty rubbish at the moment. As someone who is a little bit shy and quiet, it is lovely to catch up every Wednesday morning with so many friendly welcoming faces, willing to share parts of their life, or just chat about the weather. So as I come around, please do not hesitate to say hi and have a chat even if you do not need anything from the trolley.

Thank you to the residents and staff at Courtlands for the opportunity and for welcoming me into your lives.

For anyone thinking about volunteering, I would say definitely go for it, even with just a few hours a week, it all helps.

It could start with a simple phone call to Courtlands.

love

1 John 3:18

Pastoral Care

Let us not with word or speech but with actions and in truth

FEELING DISCONTENT? It was the famous bard who left us with the idea that “discontent” was like Winter. I guess, for those who are discontented or live with constant pain and disability, life does seem bleak and even dark.

The image that the winters of Europe or North America conjure up often seems to include an old man trudging through the snow with a load of firewood on his back. The image has the contrast of black and white, of beauty and severity.

Winter in other parts of the world can be quite different. In Australia, for instance, this is the time when the Grey Nomads, among others, are blown like falling leaves across the top end and the centre of this wide brown land because it is more tolerable to be out in these areas at this time of year.

So, like so many areas of life, Winter means different things to different people.

Winter does seem to be about the end of a cycle and the changes that happen in nature. It reminds us of our part in that cycle, especially so for those who farm or garden. It has come to be viewed as a time of rest.

To office workers or tradesmen and women, Winter might be about getting up in the dark and driving home in the dark. To outdoor workers, it might mean much more pleasant working conditions; and to retirees, it might mean opportunities to be out in the clear crisp weather to have that picnic or make that visit to friends which was not encouraged by the hot weather of other seasons. And then there is always the football…

In Aged Care Homes, we may not be very far from times of discontent. Viewed from outside, it may seem good to be able to spend long hours in bed and to have all meals provided – but colder weather can be limiting and painful. The job of Pastoral Carers is not changed by the weather. The stories still come and the temptation to respond by just saying “cheer up” to others is still present.

It might be the task for others, but living in a constant Winter can be depressing (as residents of European cities sometimes find). Many say “it does not hurt to leave a smile”; but Our deepest sympathies have ignoring the feelings behind a story will not leave a smile for gone out to the families who very long. The feeling of being heard is a constant support for have lost their loved ones us all. To leave a sense that “I have been understood” is the over the Autumn period. best warming sensation that we all can feel.

Bereavements

God leaves a message of love in whatever circumstances we find ourselves. He gives the promise of healing and renewal, of a new creation, a springtime of beauty and release, of being born again. We can each be born again by the shedding of our discontent; by living each moment as if it is a gift, by forgetting to worry about the past and by placing the future in the hands of the One who makes the weather.

By Ron Wiggins, Pastoral Carer, Courtlands

Volunteer Corner The Staff and Residents here at Courtlands and Northcourt are very grateful to have the generous company of our volunteers who have been very busy over the last few months!

We said goodbye to the Kings boys who have been volunteering here for a year, they finished up with a week of fun filled activities for our residents.

Our Delta dogs have been busy visiting Residents. A number of new volunteer programs started-up which has been very exciting; including a new Knit & Natter group in Vista, where our residents enjoy some time together with Shirley to do some knitting and even more nattering!

The Terrace Kiosk trolley is run weekly on Tuesdays by the lovely Vicky, who goes room to room with treats the residents can buy, and chats for free!

Our all areas (Vista, Grove & Grange) ice-cream trolley is heard by resident coming around every Friday afternoon with the Mr Whippy sound track playing!

We also have a number of helpful volunteer administration assistants to help Kristen and the girls out at reception, please make them feel welcome if you ring or pop into reception any time soon.

We have many wonderful people who regularly volunteer their time to be involved in making our residents lives at Courtlands and Northcourt more enjoyable, there are many and varied ways you too can become involved if you are interested please contact me anytime.

If you are interested in joining the Volunteer program, 
 please do not hesitate to contact me:

Sherene Noble on 0433 622 573 or snoble@chomes.com.au Leisure & Lifestyle and Volunteer & Pastoral Care Coordinator

Read, Rest & Relax!

HOW TO COPE DURING THE WINTER MONTHS! 1. Dress Warmly - If you are venturing outside for appointments, a walk or a spot of gardening, layer up. Two to three layers of clothing is more effective than one heavy layer. Consider investing in quality thermals. Every wardrobe should have a hat or beanie, gloves, scarf, socks, coat/jacket.

2. Be aware of changes to outdoor surfaces - Many outdoor surfaces can become slippery during the winter months. Moss tends to develop on the ground in certain areas, and wet surfaces are slower to dry. Be on the lookout for regularly wet, slippery areas like stairs and pathways. Wear appropriate footwear with non-skid soles. Check that the rubber base on canes and walker frames are in optimal condition and replace the rubber if worn.

3. Heat the home safely - During the winter months, we all tend to heat our home environments.

Be aware that heaters and fireplaces can leak dangerous levels of carbon monoxide if not properly ventilated. This gas can’t be seen or smelled. Keep an eye out for the following warning signs that could signal excessive amounts of this gas in your home: Headaches, nausea or vomiting, confusion, blurred vision or weakness.

4. Make meal time joyful and healthy - We know with winter comes the temptation to eat high carbohydrate, starchy and sugary foods that require minimum effort to prepare. Why not spice up your meal preparation experience with your loved one – put your favourite music on, fire up the • Broccoli • Pumpkin stove or oven and create a hearty winter soup or casserole. • Carrot • Celery • Avocado • Spinach Winter vegetables you can include in slow cooked • Fennel • Okra • Sweet winter meals are: • Kale • Parsnip potato 5. Stay hydrated - Did you know it is just as easy to dehydrate in the winter months? This is because we spend much of our time in heated environments (indoors with heaters, reverse-cycled air conditioners, fireplaces), but with less emphasis on drinking sufficient amounts of fluids.

6. Stay physically active - The temptation to opt for a more sedentary lifestyle in front of the fireplace or heater during the winter months is enticing. However inactivity, coupled with reduced daylight time can contribute to mental health issues such as mood swings and depression.

Chicken Soup • 4 (about 900g) chicken thigh cutlets, skinned • 1 large brown onion, halved, finely chopped • 1 large carrot, peeled, finely chopped • 1 celery stick, trimmed, finely chopped • 2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh continental parsley stems • 6 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves picked • 2L (8 cups) water • 1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns • Sea salt flakes • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh continental parsley, extra

1. Combine chicken, onion, carrot, celery, garlic, parsley, thyme, water and peppercorns in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low and cook, covered, for 40 minutes or until vegetables are very tender.

2. Use tongs to transfer the chicken to a clean work surface. Hold with tongs and cut the chicken meat from the bones. Discard bones.

Tear the chicken meat and add to the soup.

3. Taste and season with sea salt. Ladle soup among serving bowls. Sprinkle with extra parsley and serve immediately.

Serves 4

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