No. Regional centers must let you have an active role in your IPP planning process.^[1]Id. Regional centers must “provide information in a manner that is culturally and linguistically appropriate for the consumer,” including providing “alternative communication services.”^[2]§§4502.1, 4646(i)(1)-(2), 4643(d); California Government Code §§11135 to 11139.8. This means you do not have to exhaust generic resources if the services and supports you request are necessary for you to actively participate in your IPP.