OK I don't really check these boards out too often but I'm gonna guess that I'm going to catch some heat for this-oh well.
I have horrible luck with women/can't meet women so I'm contemplating finding a provider strictly for companionship-hanging out, talking, going out, etc.  But, understandably so, it seems that the higher class providers have layers of security that are tough to get through (ex:I am unemployed and unable to work; I receive money every month from a large investment) and often won't even consider a man my age (I am 28 years old).  It seems that if I were older and my income came from a job that things would be a lot easier.  Anybody have any advice?

You would probably be better off with a civilian lady. It would save you alot of $$$$$.

Tell the provider that they should call saying that they are running a credit check for a car loan or similar ruse and what to confirm your source of income.

The provider just wants to get some info on who you are to make sure you are not some kind of nut or LE.  This should be the same as getting a work reference.

As for your age, that is the subject of previous threads that you should investigate.

“I'm contemplating finding a provider strictly for companionship-hanging out, talking, going out, etc.”

What you’re looking for is far more problematic to find than a common tryst.  Switching off the connection between emotion and sex is standard operating procedure in the hobby, and a primary job requirement for providers. For enjoyable ‘hang time’ between anybody a level of compatibility is the first order of business, and if the least of those precepts are not there your purchased friendship will prove much more costly than sexual release.    

is a tricky thing as you wish to define it.  Yes, you want someone to talk to and hang-out with, but remember we are paid for our time; this includes talking and hanging out.

My question would be; why are your relationships followig a pattern of failure?  It may be more time worthy for you to seek a therapist and discuss this.  Through this you may be able to discover what it is that drives your behavior and choices.  Then when you are ready a relationship/companionship may be formed that is fulfilling to both of you and is based on mutual attraction.

How do i say this in a very nice way, well here we go: there is NO relationship with a provider. You walk in, drop the cash, have fun and walk out. Whoever thinks that there MORE than this is fooling themselves. It is time for us guys to wake up and stop this nonsense of a relationship with providers. It is a business and providers understand that very well, but they lure hobbiests and keep them hooked to guarantee a stream of revenue. It is a clever business strategy as any other strategy. SO, guys walk up, we pay providers so we can leave at the end without the hustle of being bothered by questions.

OK genius, FYI I am disabled.  That is why I am unemployed-I am not able to work.  It is also a big reason why women where I live want nothing to do with me as far as a relationship is concerned.  

As for the other comments-I am not looking for sex.  In fact, I can live without sex.  In case you don't know what I meant by "strictly for companionship" that's what I meant-no sex.

If you're looking for a woman "strictly for companionship", then this site may not be for you.

You walk in, drop the cash, have fun and walk out.
You are setting yourself for a world of hurt if you blur the line between provider and hobbyist.

At first I thought you were out of your mind, but now that you've clarified a few very important details it makes better sense.

I have to agree with Holly, what's keeping you from meeting people in the civie world? There may be issues you aren't even aware of and a good therapist should help you.
As far as hiring a provider, you'd be spending alot of money but if it's worth it to you then do it. Just do your research, I'm sure there are a lot of ladies who would take you up on your offer. Take your time to find the right one.

I don't see how you can have an enjoyable experience if the person you are with is only with you for cash.  A genuine companion is with you for no other incentive than that she likes you.  You  can't be sure the person whose time you're paying for is even being sincere - or are you not concerned with that?

OK I don't even know if anybody is paying attention to this topic anymore, I see that this forum has A LOT of traffic.  What's keeping me from meeting people in the "civie world"?  Well, like I said earlier; I am disabled and unable to work.  I don't go out to bars and such because too much loud noise bothers me.  I live in an area with a lot of suburban sprawl so everybody is in their car most of the time.  Most of the women are married or engaged or immature girls in college who don't understand my life predicament and I am extremely shy.  Moreover, everything where I live is all about "so what do you do?".  
I do have to say that I am slightly surprised by some of the responses here; I once knew a girl who I later learned was an escort, I was not aware of it while we were friends.  I came to learn that one of her main clients was an older man who she did not do anything sexual with, he just enjoyed her company.  Granted I'm not an old man but I'm just looking for company, NOT SEX.  So all the guys who replied to this thread without reading it, please, try and R-E-A-D it again.