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First Presbyterian Church (TOPS #FL046)
121 Carver Ave, Brandon
FL 33510-4526,
Tues: 6:00 to 6:50pm(weigh-in), 7:00pm to 8:00pm (meeting)

Please feel to contact me via e-mail or phone (813-924-1512) for questions about the TOPS group.

TOPS is a nonprofit international family of all ages, sizes, and shapes from all walks of life. Dedicated to helping each other Take Off and Keep Off Pounds Sensibly.

We offer fellowship while you change to a healthier, new lifestyle and learn to maintain it.

Visit TOPS Website for additional location meetings if this location or time doesn't fit your needs.

Mission Statement:

TOPS mission is to support our members as they take and keep off pounds sensibly.

About Us:

TOPS Club, Inc. is a nonprofit, noncommercial weight-loss support organization based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, with chapters located worldwide. Its two-fold objective is to encourage healthy lifestyles through weight-management support groups and to sponsor obesity research. Most members refer to the organization simply as "TOPS, an acronym for "Take Off Pounds Sensibly.

TOPS was founded in 1948 by Esther Manz, as a response to the need to assist overweight and obese people lose weight by setting up a support group system. Over the years, as more weight management problems such as bulimia and anorexia became widely recognized in medicine, TOPS expanded their scope to include all people with weight problems. They also created an incentive for club members who reach and maintain their weight at their goal level to stay in the club as KOPS (Keeps Off Pounds Sensibly) members -- giving them extra recognition to help encourage other members in the club.

Club meetings emphasize nutrition and exercise education focused on supplementing a member's effort to manage their weight. TOPS also has published education material for its members.

Membership:

TOPS has about 170,000 members in nearly 10,000 chapters in the United States, Canada, and numerous other countries throughout the world. Membership includes women, men, and children.

Membership Fees:

Dues are $26 annually in the United States, plus nominal chapter fees to cover operating costs on average, less than $6 per month.

Program:

New members should consult with their physician to obtain a goal weight for themselves, and then report it to their chapter Weight Recorder. Members meet weekly in their local chapters. A private weigh-in is followed by a program. Programs vary, but all serve to provide members with positive reinforcement and motivation in adhering to their food and exercise plans. Chapters elect their volunteer Leaders from their membership.

Other Features:

• A system of competition and recognition to provide additional support
• TOPS healthy lifestyle guide, The Choice Is Mine, containing details about the exchange system for meal planning, as well as motivational tips and practical advice
• TOPS retreats, rallies, and recognition days
• TOPS News membership magazine included in TOPS annual membership fee

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• Location: 121 Carver Ave, Brandon
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