Safety Shouldn't Be a Privilege

New York State law ensures life-saving epinephrine access for all

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people in the US rely on Epinephrine for Anaphylaxis

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Our Mission: Put Epinephrine Within Reach

EpiAccess exists to eliminate cost and access barriers that turn allergic reactions into tragedies. New York’s landmark laws make community epinephrine possible. We partner with businesses, schools, child-care centers, senior facilities, and public venues statewide to place epinephrine auto-injectors where people live, learn, work, and gather. EpiAccess.org coordinates supply, training, and compliance so lifesaving medicine is always within reach.

Where

Across New York, in schools, child-care centers, restaurants, senior facilities, gyms, and public venues where people live, learn, work, and gather.

What

A complete stock-epinephrine program that includes standing orders, pharmacy fulfillment, staff training and certification, incident review, and simple compliance.

How

With community partners and trained volunteers, we place epinephrine where it is needed and keep it ready. We work with clinicians and pharmacies, track expirations, and support each site year round.

When

From onboarding to ready to respond in days, with annual recertification and proactive reminders for expirations and replacements.

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New York State Laws Protecting You

Elijah's Law (2021)

Requires NY childcare programs to implement allergy action plans and stock epinephrine auto-injectors.

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Good Samaritan Expansion (2024)

Protects businesses and trained individuals from liability when administering epinephrine in good faith.

Legal Protections

Public Access Law § 3000-c

Authorizes businesses to maintain epinephrine auto-injectors and permits trained employees to use them.

Business Requirements

"No person shall be held liable for damages when they, in good faith, administer epinephrine to another person reasonably believed to be having an anaphylactic reaction."

NY Public Health Law § 3000-b

Why Stock EpiPens

Community Responsibility

Be part of a statewide network ensuring all New Yorkers—especially vulnerable populations—can feel safe in public spaces.

Protect children from low-income families
Support customers with limited healthcare access
Demonstrate commitment to community wellbeing

Legal & Financial Benefits

NY State laws provide significant protections and advantages for participating businesses.

Full liability protection under Good Samaritan laws
Potential insurance premium reductions
Tax benefits for medical equipment
Enhanced community reputation

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EpiComply™: Compliance for Businesses

New York businesses: Use our EpiComply™ web app to ensure you meet state requirements and become EpiAccess certified.

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Compliance Checklist

Step-by-step guide to meet all NY legal requirements for epinephrine access.

Official Certification

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Auto-Renewal Reminders

Never miss a training or epinephrine expiration date with our notification system.

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Community Equity Program

We believe life-saving medication should never be out of reach due to economic circumstances. Contact us to see if your business qualifies for free or reduced cost Epinephrine Auto Injectors.

Accessible Training for All

Free NYS-Compliant Certification

Our training meets all New York State requirements and is available in 8 languages. No internet? We provide in-person training for community centers.

Recognize signs of anaphylaxis
Proper EpiPen administration
NY-specific legal protocols
Documentation and reporting

Certification is valid for two years and meets all New York State requirements.

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How EpiAccess Works in NY

Enroll

Complete our simple enrollment - special programs for underserved communities

Train

Complete free NYS-compliant training in-person or online

Protect

Receive epinephrine auto-injectors with free replacements

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does this help low-income communities?

Our Community Equity Program provides free epinephrine auto-injectors to public spaces in underserved neighborhoods and offers sliding scale fees for small businesses. We prioritize areas with limited healthcare access.

What does NY law require of businesses?

While not mandatory, NY law (Public Health Law § 3000-c) explicitly permits businesses to stock and administer epinephrine. The law provides liability protection through Good Samaritan provisions when businesses follow proper protocols.

How can community centers participate?

Community centers, libraries, and public housing facilities qualify for our free program including equipment, training, and support. Contact us to enroll your community space.