@Shaz51, how hard for you to have to leave all the hoarded stuff there, if you aren't a hoarder yourself. 

@Bunniekins, I know the feeling of stuff falling out of the cupboard as you open it. It's very frustrating, even if you caused it yourself! I can imagine that being autistic he might have it all ordered in his mind. The "stuff" is depressing, even for me who created it. It's like a mountain that's very difficult to tackle. I have watched those "extreme hoarder" shows and seen how difficult it is for those who have to live with it, who aren't hoarders themselves. 

Thanks for your good wishes, @Bunniekins. I am hoping my germophobia keeps to its normal levels, which I can deal with. Look forward to talking later.