New Options for Violent Actions (NOVA) is a 26 week state-certified batterer intervention program providing psycho-education, and case management services to domestic violence offenders.
Who is Eligible for the NOVA Program
Are you protective of your partner?
Have you ever physically stopped your partner from leaving?
Have you ever had sex shortly after a violent episode?
Have you ever thrown things or hit walls during an argument with your partner?
Do you feel like you have to put your foot down to straighten things out in your relationship?
Do you control your partner's daily activities? (Tell with whom he/she can have contact with, how he/she can spend money, what to wear, when to drive the car)
Are you jealous of your partner? (Accuse him/her of cheating, tell them "If I can't have you, no one can," check their phone)
If you feel as though you need to work on any of the above, please consider joining the NOVA program.
Referrals
Admission
Candidates must complete an assessment prior to admission.
Assessments (usually lasting an hour) are conducted by NOVA Case Coordinators
Assessments are available by appointment Monday - Friday. Walk-ins are accepted based upon availability
Candidates are screened for lethality, mental health and substance abuse status
Virtual Groups and Assessments:
NOVA now offers groups classes and assessments virtually.
Group Classes Location
2732 Rozzell's Ferry Rd.
Charlotte, NC 28208
Assessments Location
832 East 4th St
Room 4000
Charlotte, NC 28205
Men's Group Schedule
Tuesday - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Thursday - 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Thursday - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday - 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Women's Group Schedule
Thursday - 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Spanish Group Schedule
Tuesday 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Saturday 10:00am to 12:00pm
Fees
Orientation $32
NOVA groups $16 per week
*Fees are due and payable at each scheduled session.
*A community service option, in lieu of fees, for clients on supervised probation is also available.
Call 704-336-4344 (English) or 980-314-8991 (Español) for more information.