About Us

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Senior Care Authority

If you are looking for senior placement services in Southern New Jersey and the Surrounding Areas, then call our local owners to set up your consultation.

Meet the Owner

Andrew Forstadt, CSA, CDP Area Owner

Andrew Forstadt, CSA, CDP

Area Owner

Certified Senior Advisor

Certified Dementia Practitioner

Andrew Forstadt brings a rare combination of compassion, insight, and strategic thinking to the senior care industry. After a successful career as a high-level executive in the entertainment industry, Andrew faced a personal challenge that would reshape his professional path: helping his own aging parents navigate the complex and often overwhelming world of senior living and care. Frustrated by the lack of reliable guidance and support, he realized how many families face the same uncertainty and stress—and he made it his mission to change that.

Today, Andrew serves as a trusted advisor for families seeking quality living communities for their loved ones, across all ages, stages, and care needs. His expertise spans independent living communities for active seniors seeking a maintenance-free lifestyle, assisted living for those needing help with daily activities, memory care communities for those living with dementia, and continuing care retirement communities that provide multiple levels of care on a single campus. Drawing on decades of experience in business development and strategic partnerships, Andrew thoughtfully vets each community to understand its culture, guiding principles, specialized care, and unique offerings.

As a Certified Senior Advisor (CSA) and a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Andrew takes a personalized, holistic approach to each family’s situation—considering health, lifestyle, financial factors, and location preferences. He meets one-on-one with families, accompanies them on community visits, assists with negotiations and paperwork, and follows up after placement to ensure a smooth transition. When the timing isn’t right for a move, Andrew helps families explore all available care options so they feel informed, empowered, and most important, never alone.

Andrew’s mission is simple: to help older adults and their families save time, reduce stress, and make well-informed decisions about senior care. He brings patience, empathy, and meticulous guidance to every interaction, making a meaningful, positive impact on the lives of seniors and the families who love them.

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Your Advisor will meet with you in person to discuss your options and then accompany you on visits to places that meet your criteria. We ensure that all your questions are answered, and assist with paperwork and negotiations. The hallmark of our service commitment is that we are by your side every step of the way.

We are paid a referral fee by the communities and care homes so there is no cost to you for our placement services. In the rare case where we are not contracted with a community, your Advisor will let you know at the outset and explain any fees that might be incurred, should you choose that location. You can expect total transparency from us and we respect your right to choose.

Company History

Senior Care Authority

Senior Care Authority® was founded in 2009 by Frank and Michele Samson of Sonoma, California. They opened a local placement agency and learned everything there was to know about finding the right care situation for an older adult needing help with activities of daily living. They came to the Senior Care space with successful business development skills in their past as well as personal family experience finding care solutions. The business took off, primarily due to their diligence, compassion, and commitment to helping families.

Headshot of Frank M. Samson, CSA, Founder & CEO

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