Exotic animals deserve to stay exotic in their natural environment. I think we can all agree on that. However, sometimes due to various reasons (some ethical, some not), they become captive born and raised and within that fact, would not then survive in their natural environment. In these cases, their continued captive fate is decided and all we can do is give them the best lifestyle they deserve. These babies weren’t given all they deserve previously but we know the past heals and the future is bright. What better place to live out that purpose than within a healing and teaching environment?!?

Enduring Hope sought a grant proposal and as an added detail, has been approved by the USDA for a class C license. What does this mean for you? You can get some sloth encounters with these sweet babies!

We went through training in sloth care and each of our staff who engage with the sloths have gone through the needed training/education to ensure the comfort and safety of our sloths within their environment, as well as the comfort and safety of the visitors. Remember, sloths don’t really live in our world, they allow and tolerate us to join theirs! And what an honor that is.

Meet baby Simon and his mom Shiloh. They will be helping us teach body regulation, central nervous system regulation, trauma recovery, mindfulness, self control and stress management.

The babies are not available to be viewed until our license is official which should be soon! Stay tuned for more info on that.

In the meantime, follow Shiloh and Simon on Facebook, instagram and TikTok for pictures and videos.



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Karly is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who began her career as a therapist in 2007 treating  adolescents in crisis at an inpatient psychiatric hospital. She has a passion to help  adolescents struggling with any issues, including anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, and self  harm. She has a great deal of experience navigating and helping families to support each  other during these times. These days with social media and having to navigate life after covid,  adolescents need more support than ever. 

Heather has 15+ years of experience working with families, couples, teens and children. As a previous director of a Therapeutic Foster Care program, she understands the challenges that come with being a child or raising a child in today’s world. Heather has a passion for working to repair broken relationships in families and helping kids and teens navigate this difficult world.

Rachel is a graduate of Southern Nazarene University with a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology. Rachel has worked in the medical field helping people of all ages for 15 years. Rachel enjoys working with children and teenagers as well as has a special connection to helping young women develop a positive self-esteem is important so that they can grow and flourish in life.

Sarah earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Master of Science in Counseling Psychology degrees from Northeastern State University. She is trained in EMDR and Complicated Grief Treatment. Sarah has extensive experience with bereavement and is devoted to helping grievers reconcile loss and redefine their lives. Sarah takes a collaborative approach in working with individuals, couples, and families. She views her role in the therapeutic relationship as that of a non-judgmental companion walking alongside clients as they discover their inner strength and passion. Sarah considers it a privilege to witness the process of change and improvement in another’s life.

Glenna has over 20 years of experience in providing counseling services. She earned a Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Texas at Arlington in 1994 and became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in 1996.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor for the last 12 years, Kristin's work has taken her to schools, homes and inpatient facilities. Kristin is excited to join the team at Anchored in Hope, where she is able to focus on the client's needs in an office setting.

Rachel is a Licensed Professional Counselor providing adults with individual counseling, premarital counseling, and couples counseling.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Ashley provides individual counseling as well as enjoys facilitating family counseling and parent coaching to build on family strengths and increase cooperation, communication and overall family functioning.