Against the backdrop of active aging, the non-pharmacological intervention of mental health for the elderly in the community has become a focus of medical attention.Art therapy, as a method of non-pharmacological intervention in mental health, has the characteristics of being cost-effective and easy to implement.This paper introduces the concept, classification, and current application status of art therapy, analyzes the existing problems in the current implementation process, and proposes countermeasures, aiming to provide a reference for the implementation of art therapy in the community to improve the mental health level of the elderly.