The compendium describes the 48 programs currently participating in the Illinois supported employment initiative. Programs are described in terms of purpose, current focus of programmatic activity, geographic area served, type and level of handicapping conditions experienced by the individuals served, and program-developed products. An introductory paper by Mark Sturgell of the Department of Rehabilitation Services traces the history of supported employment and summarizes achievements of the Illinois programs. The programs currently serve 345 individuals earning an average wage of $325 a month (compared to $40 per month average earned in sheltered workshops). Provided for each program listed is the following information: program title, program coordinator, contact person, telephone, program start and end date, agency number, program address, geographic area served, primary grantee, program purpose, current focus of program activities, program participants (by handicapping condition--usually mental retardation, number served, and age range), and program products (including date available). (DB)