AllerMates
RetailNew York, United States2-10 Employees
AllerMates is a small retail company based in Nanuet, New York, that develops safety products for children with health conditions. It was founded in 2009 by Iris Shamus, who sought accessible ways to teach her son about severe food allergies and asthma. The product line uses character-driven designs to communicate a child's health needs in everyday settings, and the company provides easy-to-understand information and free resources for caregivers, with features on national programs such as The Today Show and The Doctors. The customer base includes parents, caregivers, educators, and children who rely on these products to support health and safety in daily life. The offerings are distributed widely, with availability in more than 5,000 retail locations worldwide, and in 2012 AllerMates expanded its line with the Puffer asthma wristband.