A personal emergency response kit might contain:

Basic first aid supplies. In some emergencies, it may become necessary to provide first aid to those with non-life threatening injuries.
Flashlights and extra batteries.
AM/FM radio with extra batteries
Water and non-perishable food
Emergency space blanket
First aid supplies
Personal medication and extra eye-glasses (as needed)
Portable AM/FM radio with spare batteries
Money (small amount)
List of essential phone numbers, including out of state family contact number
List of important medical information (allergies, existing medical conditions)