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Services to Agricultural
Workers
TOPS is a private non-profit corporation
which sponsors a wide variety of service programs funded by the US Dept of
Labor and other federal and state entities. Its purpose is to strengthen
the ability of eligible migrant and seasonal farm workers and their families
to achieve economic self sufficiency.
If you have had seasonal employment or
underemployment in the agricultural industry in the last 2 years (50% of
income) and meet certain income guidelines, you may be eligible for services
through the TOPS program. You can be eligible if you are a dependent of a farm worker.
Services Included:
Computerized assessment
Counseling
On-the-job training
Classroom training
Work Experience
Emergency assistance
If you are interested in this program,
contact Ms. Sherry Fowler at 731-696-4860, the office nearest you or our center in
Jackson:
TN Career Center
362 Carriage House Drive
Jackson, TN 38305
Phone: 731-668-2040
Fax: 731-660-8085
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