Helpful Friends Network: It's Good to Know that You Are Not Alone

The Helpful Friends Network is a PRIVATE member-run social and support group for adults in southwest Ohio (the Cincinnati, Dayton and Northern Kentucky areas).

Our organization is for adults 30 and over who carry the Herpes Simplex (HSV-1 and/or HSV-2) virus. We serve those who may be interested in meeting, sharing their experiences and socializing with others who face the same uncertainties and challenges of living and/or dating that we all do.

Our herpes support community strives to not only be a social network for our members but also a group that promotes support and education rather than ignorance, fear and shame.

About Helpful Friends of Southwest Ohio

We are a social and support group on the Meetup.com website. While our group description is viewable to non-members, only people who carry genital herpes (HSV-1, HSV-2) viruses or their partners may join. Since this population of those with the virus includes 1 in 6 adults, you know that you are not alone. Isn't it better to know that, even if you are non-symptomatic now, you are among people who share your concerns? Only approved members can view info about our monthly group “Talk-It-Over” discussions and fun social events and other content.

Herpes does not discriminate and neither do we. We welcome people from 30 to 100, all ethnicities, all professions, religions, political affiliations and outside interests. Whether you come as singles or couples, are introverted or outgoing, we are here for you. We're a diverse and wonderful mix of people and we strive to make the most of it! Those new to this situation are especially welcome to the group. We make a special effort to introduce you to other members to help you feel right at home. You'll soon find that you are among friends.