Special Tree

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.

Excited to shine a spotlight on Jake Spicer, our dedicated new Director of Environmental Services!
12/12/2025

Excited to shine a spotlight on Jake Spicer, our dedicated new Director of Environmental Services!

Welcome Jake Spicer! As our new Director of Environmental Services, Jake will oversee maintenance, facilities, and hospitality services.

12/12/2025

Play dough + plastic knife work isn’t just “play” in neuro rehab — it’s powerful therapy. 💪🧠

Cutting, rolling, and shaping build hand strength, fine motor control, bilateral coordination, and motor planning.

A simple, motivating activity that translates directly to real-life ADLs.

12/12/2025
Sharing this fun holiday throwback! 🎅🎄
12/12/2025

Sharing this fun holiday throwback! 🎅🎄

✨ Looking for some festive cheer this season? 🎄 Check out these incredible holiday light displays across Michigan! From ...
12/10/2025

✨ Looking for some festive cheer this season? 🎄 Check out these incredible holiday light displays across Michigan! From dazzling downtown decorations to enchanting neighborhood setups, there's magic everywhere you look. And the best part is, you can see it from a vehicle, no walking required. ✨ Don't forget to grab a cup of cocoa and enjoy the twinkling sights! What are your favorite spots? Let us know! 🌟

Communities across Michigan are illuminated in bright colors during the holiday season. Here's where to find the dazzling displays.

🌟 Excited for this week! Let’s make some plans for Monday! We've got this! 💪✨
12/08/2025

🌟 Excited for this week! Let’s make some plans for Monday! We've got this! 💪✨

12/05/2025

Why we love functional reaching in neuro rehab:
It boosts motor control, sharpens balance, fires up neuroplasticity, and connects movement to real-life tasks. Small reach → big gains. 💪🧠

12/02/2025

It’s Giving Tuesday, and we’re asking for your support! 💙

A donation to the Brain Injury Association of Michigan helps provide vital programs, resources, and advocacy for the 200,000+ people in our state living with brain injury.

👉 Please consider donating today and making a lasting difference: https://bit.ly/48LyoYZ

12/01/2025

Registration is open for BIAA's February Brain Injury Fundamentals virtual training! This instructor-led training is designed for non-licensed direct care staff, individual caregivers, and licensed professionals who interact with individuals with brain injuries in their line of work and want to build their foundational brain injury knowledge base. Limited space is available, so be sure to secure your spot today. Register here: https://bit.ly/3JYW2rE

11/28/2025

Quadruped and tall kneeling aren’t just “positions” — they’re powerhouse rehab tools. 💪
Both activate core stability, build hip and shoulder strength, boost balance, and retrain the body for safer standing, walking, and functional movement. Small shifts in posture → big gains in control, strength, and mobility. 🙌

🍂 Wishing you and your families a very Happy Thanksgiving! We are incredibly grateful for our patients, staff, friends, ...
11/27/2025

🍂 Wishing you and your families a very Happy Thanksgiving! We are incredibly grateful for our patients, staff, friends, and supporters. 🦃💛 Enjoy this special day with your loved ones!

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10909 Hannan Road
Romulus, MI
48174

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Welcome to Special Tree

Since 1974, Special Tree has been one of the premiere rehabilitation providers for persons with brain injury, spinal cord injury, and other disabilities, and was Michigan’s first post-acute neurorehabilitation organization. Special Tree provides a full range of care for children and adults including sub acute, outpatient, residential, vocational, and home health care services at over 30 locations throughout Southeastern and Mid-Michigan. Special Tree has achieved accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, received the Michigan Quality Council’s highest award for quality excellence, and has been a Detroit Free Press Top Workplace every year since 2009. Helping patients in their recovery to reach the best outcomes possible with maximum independence is our top priority.