Since 2000, Abyssinian Development Corporation has delivered high-quality housing counseling through its Harlem Economic Literacy Program (H.E.L.P.), one of the only programs in Harlem that is effectively meeting the needs of the community through its unique offering of pre-purchase education, post-purchase education and ongoing individual counseling. ADC is a trusted resource for homeowners who need sound financial advice and support. Homeownership is the most effective method to assist families in building assets, moving up the economic ladder and providing greater stability for their children. It continues to be a major driving force in the health of communities like Harlem and across the nation.