Consider one of the small fanny packs on the market. Not so big that it'll take up a lot of room beside the bed, but big enough to hold several things. The belt can go around your waist or over your shoulder.

I would include a list of important phone numbers (insurance co., family, friends, etc.), some form of ID, some money (bills and change), insurance information, socks, a small PSK, whistle, mace, folding knife and extra flashlight (I'm thinking small headlamp).

Might be something to grab in case of fire, flood, break-in, etc. You could even include a CD or floppy with important information you may have on your computer (financial data, house inventory with serial numbers, etc.)