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GDA Attendant
GDA Attendant Service in Kolkata — General Duty Attendants for Daily Care
If a family member needs steady, hands-on help with daily activities — but not clinical nursing care — a General Duty Attendant (GDA) is usually the right fit. Gokul Aya Centre provides trained, background-verified GDA attendants across North Kolkata for bathing, dressing, feeding, mobility support, monitoring, and companionship, whether your loved one is recovering at home, managing a long-term condition, or simply needs an extra, dependable pair of hands.
Table of Contents
- What Is a GDA Attendant?
- GDA Attendant, Nurse, or Maid — Which Service Do You Need?
- Where We Provide GDA Attendants
- What's Included in GDA Attendant Care
- Who Should Hire a GDA Attendant?
- GDA Attendant Charges in Kolkata
- How to Hire a GDA Attendant in Kolkata
- Frequently Asked Questions
- What Families Say
What Is a GDA Attendant?
A General Duty Attendant, or GDA, is trained personal-care staff who help with the non-medical activities of daily living — bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, mobility, and basic monitoring — for anyone who needs support, regardless of age or condition. A GDA is not a substitute for a nurse: GDAs don't administer injections, manage complex medication regimens, or perform clinical procedures. For that level of care, see our Female Nurse and Male Nurse Attendant services.
Think of a GDA as the steady, hands-on presence in the room — the person making sure your loved one is comfortable, safe, and cared for hour to hour — while a nurse is brought in specifically when clinical tasks are needed.
GDA Attendant, Nurse, or Maid — Which Service Do You Need?
If you're unsure which page matches your situation, this table should help. If your loved one's needs are specifically about ageing or a specific medical condition, our Elder Care and Patient Care pages describe care organised around that situation — and in practice, that care is often delivered by a GDA-level attendant or a nurse, depending on complexity. This page describes the staffing role itself.
| Your Need | Best Fit | What They Do | What They Don't Do |
|---|---|---|---|
| Household chores only — cleaning, cooking, laundry | Maid / Domestic Help | Housekeeping tasks | Personal care, medical tasks |
| Daily living support — bathing, feeding, mobility, companionship | GDA Attendant (this page) | ADL assistance, monitoring, mobility support, companionship | Clinical/medical procedures, injections |
| Clinical care — wound care, medication management, injections | Female Nurse / Male Nurse Attendant | Everything a GDA does, plus clinical nursing tasks | — |
| Care organised around an elderly family member | Elder Care | Matched to a GDA or nurse depending on the senior's specific needs | — |
| Care organised around a medical condition or recovery | Patient Care | Matched to a GDA or nurse depending on acuity | — |
Where We Provide GDA Attendants
At Home
Daily living support in the comfort of your own home — for elderly family members, recovering patients, or anyone who needs consistent, dependable help with day-to-day activities.
During a Hospital Stay
When a family can't always be present during a hospital admission, a GDA attendant can stay with your loved one — helping with comfort, feeding, mobility, and communication with nursing staff — so they're never without someone looking out for them.
What's Included in GDA Attendant Care
- Personal hygiene support — bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting
- Mobility assistance — helping with walking, transfers, and repositioning to prevent bedsores
- Feeding support — assistance with meals, including for patients with swallowing difficulties
- Health monitoring — tracking temperature, basic vitals, and reporting changes to family or nursing staff
- Companionship — conversation, reassurance, and a familiar, consistent presence
- Coordination with nurses or doctors — communicating clearly about the patient's day-to-day condition
Who Should Hire a GDA Attendant?
- Families with an elderly relative who needs daily support but not clinical nursing care
- Patients recovering at home after a hospital discharge who need consistent help with daily activities
- Families managing a long-term condition where day-to-day support matters as much as medical treatment
- Anyone needing a dependable presence — whether for a few hours, a full shift, or live-in care — while balancing work, family, or their own health
GDA Attendant Charges in Kolkata
Clear, transparent pricing — no hidden charges.
| Shift | Duration | Timing | Rate (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morning (Day) | 8 hours | 6 AM – 2 PM | ₹400 – ₹800 |
| Evening (Day) | 8 hours | 2 PM – 10 PM | ₹400 – ₹800 |
| Night | 8 hours | 10 PM – 6 AM | ₹500 – ₹900 |
| Long Day | 12 hours | 8 AM – 8 PM | ₹800 – ₹1,250 |
| Long Night | 12 hours | 8 PM – 8 AM | ₹900 – ₹1,350 |
| 24-Hour Duty | Full day | All day | ₹1,500 – ₹2,200 |
| Hourly rate | Per hour | Flexible | ₹70 – ₹110/hr |
| Monthly (live-out) | 30 days | — | ₹13,000 – ₹20,000 |
| Monthly (live-in) | 30 days | — | ₹14,000 – ₹22,000 |
Night shifts carry a 10–15% premium. Sunday/holiday duty at 1.5× the shift rate. Rates per Kolkata local market standards.
How to Hire a GDA Attendant in Kolkata
- Call or WhatsApp Us — +91 62917 84442 or +91 74496 36379, or email gokulayacentre@gmail.com to discuss your needs
- Tell Us What's Needed — duration, shift pattern, and the specific kind of daily support required
- We Match You With an Attendant — background-verified, ID-proofed, and suited to your situation
- Care Begins — at your home, on your schedule, with ongoing check-ins from our team
Frequently Asked Questions
What Does GDA Stand For?
GDA stands for General Duty Attendant — trained personal-care staff who assist with daily living activities like bathing, feeding, mobility, and monitoring, without performing clinical or medical procedures.
What's the Difference Between a GDA Attendant and a Nurse?
A GDA handles non-medical daily living support. A nurse additionally handles clinical tasks — wound care, medication administration, and injections. Many families start with a GDA and add nursing support only if a clinical need arises.
Can a GDA Attendant Give Medicine or Injections?
GDAs can help remind patients to take medication and assist with oral medicines under instruction, but injections and clinical medication management are handled by our Female Nurse and Male Nurse Attendant services, not GDA attendants.
How Much Does a GDA Attendant Cost in Kolkata?
Rates range from ₹400–₹800 for an 8-hour day shift to ₹1,500–₹2,200 for 24-hour duty. Monthly packages start from ₹13,000 for live-out and ₹14,000 for live-in care.
Are GDA Attendants Background-Verified?
Yes — every attendant is identity-verified, background-checked, and trained before placement with a family.
Can I Hire a GDA Attendant for Just a Few Hours?
Yes — hourly, half-shift, full-shift, and live-in arrangements are all available, depending on what your family needs.
How Quickly Can a GDA Attendant Start?
In most cases, we can arrange a suitable attendant within 24–48 hours of your enquiry, depending on the specific requirements and timing.
Is GDA Attendant Care Available for Elderly Patients Specifically?
Yes — GDA attendants are commonly hired for elderly family members who need daily support. If your loved one's needs are primarily age-related, our Elder Care page may also be a useful starting point.
What Families Say
★★★★★
"Gokul Aya Centre provided a wonderful home attendant in Kolkata for my father. She is very caring and attentive to his needs, providing both medical assistance and emotional support. We are very grateful to Biswajit Nandy for connecting us with such a compassionate individual."
★★★★★
"Very good service provider. The person who arranges for the attendants is very cooperative and helpful. I'm very happy and satisfied with the overall service of Gokul Aya Centre Kolkata."