Our Story
Built on Experience, Driven by Compassion
We started Senior Transitions Advisors because we believed families deserved a trusted partner — not just a checklist — when navigating life's most significant changes.
Our Mission
We Walk Alongside You — Every Step of the Way
Senior Transitions Advisors was founded in Scottsdale, Arizona with a single purpose: to make life transitions for seniors and their families as smooth, dignified, and stress-free as possible.
We've seen what happens when families try to navigate these transitions alone — the missed details, the family disagreements, the overwhelming paperwork. We exist to change that.
Our team of certified advisors brings decades of combined experience in senior care, estate management, and family coordination. We're not just consultants — we're partners who genuinely care about the outcome for your family.
What Guides Us
Our Core Values
Compassion First
We approach every family with empathy and patience. Life transitions are emotional — we never rush the process.
Integrity Always
We provide honest, unbiased guidance. Our recommendations are based solely on what's best for your family.
Licensed and Certified
Our team holds certifications in senior transition placement and brings many years of hands-on experience.
Family-Centered
We work with the whole family — not just the senior — to ensure everyone feels heard, informed, and supported.
The People Behind the Work
Meet Our Team
John Stamatakis
Founder & Lead Advisor
John began his career in the senior market in 2012. Over time he experienced the difficulties faced indirectly by clients and directly with his own family which led him to create a comprehensive service to assist individuals and families through potentially overwhelming situations. John is a licensed Life and Health Insurance Agent and a licensed Realtor.
Dustin Person
Senior Living Placement Specialist
Dustin has been helping people transition since 2018. He has been a member of the Professional Association of Referral Specialists (PASRS) since 2019 and he became Co-President of the Association in 2025. Dustin emphasises his determination to find the most suitable living solutions for his clients, recognizing that every situation is unique.
Jennifer Foster
Caretaker and Personal Assistant
Jennifer has over 35 years in Caretaking including working with people with physical sensory disabilities, dementia, alzheimer's and people requiring higher levels of care. Jennifer strives to provide people with the best quality of life in light of their condition.
Ready to Meet Your Advisor?
Schedule a complimentary consultation and let's talk about how we can support your family through this transition.