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Not medical field, but I've worked with needs like this before.

The simple human can has an interior plastic liner that should prevent the plastic bag from sinking. It's not as tedious as it sounds, but when the tag is full you remove the entire liner before removing the bag of dirties, put in the clean bag, pull it taught and shove the rest of the plastic at the top through a little hole and that keeps it from falling until you're ready to remove the bag. Plastic cans won't help with that issue unfortunately.

Reusable wipes are a great idea for your situation. I used the ubbi pul liners in a 6.6 gallon sterilite step can when I cloth diapered my daughter. They say 7 gal, but it's a good tight fit on that step can and it will prevent it from falling into the can. Wash the liner with the cloths each cycle, and having a 2 pack means you always have one clean. You might be able to get away with washing the wipes 1-2x weekly depending on the specific situation, so stock up on wipe cloths based on the projected need between washings.

Ubbi Twin Pack Cloth Diaper Pail Liner, Washable and Reusable, Eco-Friendly, Water and Odor Resistant, Drawstring Closure and Door Knob Hanger, 7-Gallon, White
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M6B9IQ8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_x4AEDbW4BFPV9


STERILITE 10949004 Step Can, Black, 6.6 Gallon (fyi that price is currently outrageous, but you can find these at Target, Kmart, dollar general, Walmart, etc)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00COYBB3K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ubBEDb1ZY29DD


I've used these wipes for babies

OsoCozy Flannel Baby Wipes - Reusable And Washable - 15 Pack (Unbleached) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000138GNY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_.dBEDbJJGMRYP

But I think for a mostly grown man, you could get something thicker like cheap cloth napkins, or kitchen hand towels, or those bundles of washcloths at any big box like this:

Simpli-Magic 79078 Cotton Washcloths (Pack of 24), Size: 12" x 12"
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0794SLW55/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_VqBEDbWCH8GVM

Fyi, buy the wipes in a single color that is NOTHING like your other linens, if you plan on keeping this stuff fully separated and want to ensure there isn't a potential cross contamination or stains on your nicer linens.

You can search for wash routine recommendations basically on any cloth diapering forum these days, but it usually goes something like this:

Only white vinegar in a soak and rinse cycle, then wash with a cloth diaper safe detergent (I've used Charlie's Soap for all our laundry for over 12 years but there are other brands that people swear by so check them out) with an oxygen booster (oxy clean) to disinfect and whiten. Dry as normal.

If you encounter barnyard smells in clean laundry or if he ever develops a fungal infection, bleach it all in hot water and dry it in the sun and you will be good to go. Otherwise, bleaching is overkill and will tear the linens apart in no time.

And last, I hope you recover fully from your surgery. Take care!

I agree with what everyone else said on getting rid of stuff because you do have a good amount of cabinet space. Then get more efficient and clever about how you use the cabinet space you do have. For one I would move the racks you have on the counter into the cabinets so you can store things underneath them and create more space. Someone else mentioned a tiered plate holder. I have one of those and it works great!

Finding ways to use vertical space has done wonders for my small kitchen. For the spices you could mount a rack like this one on the side of the cabinet to free up counter space: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002ES1SRU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_co3SCbN770XC2
I purchased a magnetic knife rack that hangs on the wall because I only have two drawers in my kitchen I needed for other things: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016ISHAC8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Vz3SCb4EVBRP6
I've even seen people do pegboards, with adjustable hooks for hanging pots, pans and utensils: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CP5VN0E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_EB3SCbTNZBQZP

I would definitely get a small dish drying rack that fits into one side of the sink and get those dishes off the counter. It will look much neater. The stuff on top of the fridge would look more tidy in a basket/crate. I'd get two command hooks and hang those potholders on the wall right above the stove. I also use command hooks to hang pot lids on the inside of my cabinets. I'd also move the cutting boards off the counter and down below facing sideways so you can pull them out easily. Cutting boards are great for low deep spaces.

A general rule of thumb is that a bunch of smaller items will tend to look more cluttered than a few big items. So if you need to keep something on the counter make it the bigger appliances.

I'm a big fan of these Spice Clips: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SP4TT7S/

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This way you can keep your spices on the pantry door and clear up space for other things. They come in 2 sizes so check which one you need (or you can order the combo pack).

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Then - baskets to collect similar things. Make sure to label them so everyone knows what to put where - and this also helps you know when you run out of something and should buy more.

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You could probably move more things into those clear bins with the red covers (I think I have the same ones - they are stackable), just be sure to label them so you know what's what. Line up the cereal boxes, and maybe dedicate one shelf for appliances.

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I like to separate baking ingredients from cooking ingredients, it makes it easier to find things. And stuff you use most often should probably be located at eye level so they are easy to find.

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Good luck! Don't forget - you don't have to get it 100% right the first time. Let your system evolve as you see what you like and what works for you.

I don't know if they'll fit, but I like using project cases (these are 14x14, so maybe a bit too big; Iris makes a rectangular one that's 13.05" at the widest, so they'd probably stand up inside the drawer of a a 14x14" cube) because they force things into a vertical arrangement, like file folders.

Other sorts of boxes might be useful that way as well, standing on their sides or ends. Basically, like the Altoid tins in a drawer only larger.Maybe "stationery boxes" would be a term to search on. You want a box that's firm and square and sturdy enough to stand on its edge or end.

Even shoebox-sizes containers/boxes would work, as long as they'll stand up on their own without the lid falling off (so, you want a lid that nests over the whole box).

That way nothing's stacked on top of anything else, and you can just pull stuff out the top, almost like it's in a file folder.

I have a nail polish shelf like this on my wall. they come in all kinds of sizes and materials (wood, metal, plastic, etc) and can be custom built. this is good for not only displaying them like art, but also it helps you be able to see everything you have. I used to keep them in photo boxes sorted by colours and I found that I never used most of them because I couldn't see the bottles when they were stood upright.

I use a train case for all the tools/accessories. you could also try looking at arts and craft supply stuff because they often have all sorts of containers that can be useful for nail stuff (hobbies like jewelry making, sewing, scrapbooking, etc require lots of tiny pieces so the containers have little compartments for everything)

(I also recommend majorly decluttering if you haven't already. I used to have probably around 300 bottles of polish but one person obviously can't use that many, even if you did your nails every single day it would take years to get the moneys worth for every colour. just keep what you use, donate or sell the rest. so now I just keep what fits on the acrylic wall shelf)

Amazon, Muji, and other places have stackable clear acrylic systems in many sizes and you can add to it when you want to without buying a whole other organizer.

Easy access, easily cleaned, expandable, durable, looks decent. Just combine whatever sizes you want and it is done.

Edit:

https://duckduckgo.com/?q=stackable+clear+acrylic+organizer&ia=shopping

https://www.amazon.com/MoMA-MUJI-Acrylic-Case-Drawers/dp/B00E5YHD3E

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You can add even more parts and store your stationary supplies in part of it too which would save on over all space and have a clean look to your whole room. You can also separate them at any level to create two or more different systems.

Something like this could help with the smaller items: https://www.amazon.com/Copco-2555-0189-Non-Skid-Kitchen-Organizer/dp/B0036OQU4C/ref=sr_1_fkmr2_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1541213520&sr=8-3-fkmr2&keywords=staggered+spice+rack


Something like this could help with cans: https://www.amazon.com/Sagler-Chrome-Stackable-Organizer-Holds/dp/B00ZS5OPOO/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1541213690&sr=8-7&keywords=food+can+rack


I use a lazy Susan like this on a shelf similar to yours: https://www.amazon.com/mDesign-Turntable-Container-Refrigerator-Countertops/dp/B071RNG7DS/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1541213796&sr=1-3-spons&keywords=lazy+susan+turntable&psc=1


Some people peel and stick a square of magnet to the top of the shelf and then use small bottles or jars with magnetic tops to make better use of the top of each shelf. Here's a photo I found with a quick search: https://www.google.com/search?q=magnetic+spice+jars&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjTwoeinbfeAhWhnOAKHXqJBSkQ_AUIFCgC&biw=1426&bih=798#imgrc=VGqef3pAC8W6kM:

I have a similar cabinet next to my stove that I use for spices. I have metal risers on the top and middle shelves and a turn table on the bottom. Works great! https://www.amazon.com/InterDesign-Linus-Cabinet-Organizer-Rack/dp/B001KOTJTS/ref=sr_1_7?keywords=risers+pantry&qid=1554917219&s=gateway&sr=8-7

First, use these: https://www.amazon.com/VELCRO-Brand-Reusable-Fastening-Organizing/dp/B001E1Y5O6

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Second: put like cables in ziplock bags. Either quart or gallon depending on how many you have. Then label those bags and put them in a box like you have been.

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I have literally used hundred of those cable ties though. Use those for sure.

I got these, because the reviews seemed the best: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0746HP1N8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

They're a little over a dollar each.

An beauty influencer I follow on instagram uses something similar to this to organize and display her collection of sunnies!

https://www.amazon.com/Bottle-Nail-Polish-Wall-Display/dp/B002WVBEH8

You need to take advantage of the vertical space. Add in some undershelf baskets like this: https://www.amazon.com/Pack-SimpleHouseware-Under-Shelf-Basket/dp/B01LYVDWMA/ref=sr_1_15?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1543606411&sr=1-15&keywords=shelf+basket

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I use this, mounted to the rear of my desk, to handle cables that run the length of the table top. Cables all exit on the right side of the desk and run down one leg:
http://www.amazon.com/Channel-Cable-Raceway-Black-Length/dp/B002DNM42O

I use this to handle cables that run across my floor (live in apartment, can't build them into the wall):
http://www.amazon.com/Rubber-Duct-Floor-Cord-Cover/dp/B00EJO0A1C

I used this to wrap/bundle my cables when they are too long:
http://www.amazon.com/VELCRO-Brand-ONE-WRAP-Management-Self-Gripping/dp/B001E1Y5O6

This and these.

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