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Special Tree Established in 1974, Special Tree is one of the premiere rehabilitation providers for persons with brain injury, spinal cord injury, and other neuro diagnoses.

Founded in 1974, Special Tree is a post-acute specialty rehabilitation center providing treatment for brain injury, spinal cord injury, and other neurological disorders. It was the first post-acute neuro rehabilitation organization established in Michigan. Special Tree provides a comprehensive range of care and treatment options, including Post-Acute Inpatient Neuro Rehabilitation, Outpatient Neuro Rehabilitation, Residential Neuro Rehabilitation, Day Treatment and Vocational Rehabilitation. Our specialty neurorehabilitation campus serves the greater Southeastern Michigan area, conveniently located 25 minutes from downtown Detroit and just a 10 minute drive from Detroit Metro Airport. We serve patients throughout Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and throughout the United States. Since 1991, Special Tree has achieved accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). It is designated as a Comprehensive Integrated Inpatient Rehabilitation Program (CIIRP), making it one of only two organizations worldwide that has received CARF accreditation for both brain injury and spinal cord injury specialties for adults in a skilled nursing facility. In 2020, Special Tree was honored with the Michigan Performance Excellence Award, the state’s highest recognition for organizations that demonstrate outstanding performance, leadership, and operational excellence, and was a Detroit Free Press Top Workplace for ten years running. Our primary focus is to assist patients in their recovery, helping them achieve the best possible outcomes with maximum independence.

🎉 Happy Founders Week! 🎉 This November, we’re thrilled to celebrate 52 years of Special Tree! 🌳✨ From our humble beginni...
11/02/2026

🎉 Happy Founders Week! 🎉 This November, we’re thrilled to celebrate 52 years of Special Tree! 🌳✨ From our humble beginnings as Apple Tree Lane in 1974, to the impactful organization we are today, we honor our roots and the incredible people who have contributed to our legacy throughout the years. This coming month we'll be sharing some of our history and celebrating the difference our team has made over the past 52 years! ❤️

10/30/2026

Who says therapy can’t be a little spooky AND fun?! 👀

Ashlyn is getting into the Halloween spirit while working on her functional mobility, dynamic balance, coordination, and endurance in our Zero-G system! From dancing to the Cupid Shuffle 💃 to pulling a spooky wagon filled with Halloween fun 🎃, Ashlyn is proving that rehabilitation can be both challenging and exciting!

Every step, dance move, and wagon pull brings her closer to greater independence! 💙

10/30/2026



10/23/2026

⚽️🔥 THERAPY vs. ADMINISTRATION: KICKBALL SHOWDOWN! 🔥⚽️

A little friendly competition never hurt anybody! 😎 Our Special Tree Therapy and Administration teams traded in their work shoes for some kickball action!

From big kicks and impressive catches to plenty of laughs and team spirit, it was a great opportunity to step away from our daily routines and have some fun together! 💪

What a perfect fall day for our team Chili Cookoff! Thank you to everyone who participated- cooking or eating. 😋🌶️🥣
10/21/2026

What a perfect fall day for our team Chili Cookoff! Thank you to everyone who participated- cooking or eating. 😋🌶️🥣

10/20/2026

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Happy National Physical Therapy Month! 💪🎉This October, we’re celebrating our incredible Physical Therapy team here at Sp...
10/19/2026

Happy National Physical Therapy Month! 💪🎉

This October, we’re celebrating our incredible Physical Therapy team here at Special Tree! From helping individuals take their first steps again to improving strength, balance, and mobility, our PTs make a lasting impact on the lives of our patients.

Thank you to our dedicated PT team for your compassion, expertise, and commitment to helping our patients regain independence and reach their goals! 💙

10/16/2026

Beth is putting in the work during aquatic therapy, focusing on improving her functional mobility, balance, strength, and overall confidence with movement! The supportive properties of water provide a great environment to practice functional movements while reducing stress on the joints.

Every movement is a step toward greater independence, both in and out of the pool! 💙👏

Wishing a very happy birthday and happy Boss's Day to our Chairman and Founder, Joe Richert! Joe, along with his parents...
10/16/2026

Wishing a very happy birthday and happy Boss's Day to our Chairman and Founder, Joe Richert! Joe, along with his parents, Dr. Joseph and Jean Richert, founded Special Tree in 1974 and he has been the driving force behind Special Tree since. Today, we celebrate not only your special day but also your outstanding leadership. Wishing you a fantastic birthday filled with joy and appreciation! 🎂🥳

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10909 Hannan Road
Romulus, MI
48174

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