“We are in the business of healing. By and large, patients arrive in dire need of intensive medical intervention, and discharge in a better state of mind and body as they embark on the path of sobriety and lifelong recovery.” That is what Laguna Treatment Hospital’s CEO Gil Carmona says is the most rewarding part … Read more

Blue skies and warmer weather called for a different kind of Chamber meeting this month. Last Tuesday, the Aliso Viejo Chamber of Commerce held our monthly Networking Breakfast with our amazing members and local business representatives gathering at the Aliso Viejo Conference Center. Due to the beautiful weather, we took our meeting outdoors this month, … Read more

All the relaxation, none of the travel anxiety. This summer, Aliso Viejo is the place to be. With a Southern California dream as your backyard, who needs to get away? Start planning your Aliso Viejo staycation and truly enjoy all that our community has to offer.   Treat Yourself Get vacation ready, even if you … Read more

Break out the barbecues; it’s the Fourth of July! What better place to spend the holiday than in your own backyard with family, friends, and your Aliso Viejo neighbors. Our city is sporting red, white, and blue this holiday and we want to celebrate with you. Here’s how: A Walk in the Park Looking for … Read more

Too often, we forget to focus on ourselves and prepare for our futures early when it really matters. For those looking to prepare for a successful retirement, this month’s Aliso Viejo Chamber of Commerce member of the month, Jim Sidaris, is your guy.   As a way to highlight June’s member, we sat down with … Read more

Success is essential to our members; whether that’s on a business level, or that means that there are successful and meaningful community partnerships as well.   We recently gathered for our June Aliso Viejo Chamber of Commerce monthly networking breakfast at the Aliso Viejo Country Club! The breakfast is a highlight for the chamber as … Read more

Forget June gloom, summer is here, and in Aliso Viejo, that means sunny days that demand you get out of the house and get active! But to live an active lifestyle, you need to be healthy inside, and out! And we mean more than just getting into shape, being healthy is all about improving every … Read more

Our local school districts will be out soon, and relaxing at the beach every day may not be enough to keep your kids engaged. It is important to keep your children busy for developmental reasons, as well as for parents’ sanity during summer vacation.   The Aliso Viejo Chamber of Commerce has several members that … Read more

The old saying goes: “Inner peace is a balance of mind, body, and spirit.” With so much happening in our lives day-to-day with work, and family, it’s easy to forget to unplug and focus inwards. Stress can pile up, and that’s when the negative and grumpy feelings creep in; But only if you let it! … Read more