Where is the Governor's Office located?
The Governor's Office is located at 700 Capital Avenue in Frankfort, Kentucky. It is on the first floor of the Capitol building, along with the Lieutenant Governor's Office, Secretary of State's Office, and the Attorney General's Office.
Can Governor Beshear help me with my Social Security Benefits?
No. The Social Security Administration is under the jurisdiction of the federal government. This is outside of the Governor's purview since his jurisdiction is over state agencies. For assistance with Social Security benefits, please contact your federal representative.
Click the following link to find your federal representative www.congress.org 
How can I get a pardon?
For information concerning a pardon you may contact the Office of General Counsel in the Governor's Office at (502)564-2611.
How can I apply for employment with the state?
You can find job listings and apply for a position by visiting the Personnel Cabinet's website.
How can I find legal assistance?
To find a Kentucky attorney, you may contact the Kentucky Bar Association Referral Program at (502)564-3795.
Click the following link to find Kentucky Pro Bono programs http://www.abanet.org/legalservices/findlegalhelp/pb.cfm?id=KY
Click the following link to find legal aid in Kentucky http://www.kylawhelp.org/Home/PublicWeb/LegalSvcs/byCity
Click the following link to find legal help for special populations http://www.abanet.org/legalservices/findlegalhelp/usa_freehelp.cfm
How can I purchase a flag and have it flown over the Capitol in honor or memory of someone?
To purchase a flag, contact the Kentucky Historical Society at (502)564-1792. You may also be able to obtain a flag from your Congressman or U.S. Senator. Once you have purchased a flag, you will need to send it to the Governor's Office for Constituent Services with a request to fly the flag over the Capitol. Your request should include:
- the name of the person the flag is being flown in honor or memory of (please include any special accomplishments or notations you would like on the certificate)
- the specific date (if applicable) you would like the flag to be flown
- the complete mailing address to send the flag and certificate
How can I get assistance with my medications?
For assistance with your medication you can call Partnership for Prescription Assistance at 1-888-477-2669 to see how you may qualify.
Where can I find assistance for military families?
For more information on assistance for Veterans:
Department of Veterans Affairs
For more information on assistance for KY National Guard: Department of Military Affairs
For more information on assistance for other branches of the military:Commission on Military Affairs
Where can I get information about KEES?
For information about KEES, contact Kentucky Higher Education at (502) 696-7200.
How do I report Elder Abuse?
If you believe that an elderly person is in imminent danger, call (800) 752-6200 or your local law enforcement agency immediately.
Click the following link for signs of Elder Abuse http://chfs.ky.gov/dcbs/dpp/eaa/signsOfAbuse.htm
How do I report Medicaid or Welfare Fraud and Abuse?
To make a report, please call our Medicaid and Welfare Fraud and Abuse Hotline at (800) 372-2970.
If you need to speak to an investigator, please call weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time. You may call anytime to report fraud or abuse, but outside the times above, you will be asked to leave a message.
When you call, please have as much information as possible. This information should include:
- The name, address and any alias(es) of the person(s) you are reporting;
- The name and address of any other person(s) who are pertinent to the allegation, including those spouses and children;
- Social Security number and birth date for such person(s);
- A factual statement of the allegation; and
- The name, address and telephone number of anyone who can provide information to us.
You do not have to give your name when you call.
How do I apply for food stamps?
To apply for Food Stamps you can contact Kentucky's Cabinet for Family Health and Services.
Who do I complain to about high gas prices?
To voice your opinion and concern regarding gas prices, you may contact the Attorney General's Office at (502)696-5300.
How do I file a complaint against a Judge for misconduct or wrongdoing? To file a complaint against a Judge, contact the Judicial Conduct Commission at 859-233-4128. The Commission is an independent state agency that handles complaints against Judges. You can download a complaint form or get additional information by visiting their website at http://courts.ky.gov/jcc/.