Yes, dialysis is something you can do for the rest of your life. Some people have been on dialysis for 30 years or more without getting a transplant.
How long you can live on dialysis, and how well you do, will depend on a number of things, including how healthy you are, your attitude, your quality of healthcare and how much you take an active role in your care.
Most people on dialysis enjoy a good quality of life for many years.